full-time 1 month ago
Orthodontic Assistant
Darien Orthodontics
24 Old Kings Highway South, Darien, CT 06820
22 - 35/hr
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Job Description
Orthodontic Assistant
Darien Orthodontics | Darien, CT
Part time · In person
$24 to $35 per hour, depending on experience
Darien Orthodontics is a family owned practice providing braces and clear aligner treatment for children, teens, and adults. We’re looking for a dependable orthodontic assistant who takes pride in careful work and helps patients feel comfortable.
You’ll work directly with Dr. Dan and a small team at one location.
Responsibilities
Assist during braces, clear aligner, and appliance appointments.
Prepare treatment areas, instruments, and materials.
Obtain photographs, digital scans, and radiographs within your qualifications and permitted duties.
Sterilize instruments and follow infection control procedures.
Reinforce instructions for oral hygiene, aligners, retainers, and appliances.
Document visits accurately and help maintain supplies.
Required credentials for this position
Official documentation of passing the DANB Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam, or a Connecticut accepted equivalent.
Official documentation of passing the DANB Infection Control (ICE) exam, or a Connecticut accepted equivalent.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Full DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) certification is preferred but not required.
Experience and skills
Previous dental assisting experience, with orthodontic experience strongly preferred. Applicants should be dependable, detail oriented, and comfortable working with patients of all ages.
Schedule
Part time, usually Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Shifts are:
12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
7:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Workdays may vary, and additional days may become available as we expand our schedule.
Apply through Indeed with your resume, relevant credentials, and the days and shifts you are available.
Pay: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8.0 – 24.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Darien Orthodontics | Darien, CT
Part time · In person
$24 to $35 per hour, depending on experience
Darien Orthodontics is a family owned practice providing braces and clear aligner treatment for children, teens, and adults. We’re looking for a dependable orthodontic assistant who takes pride in careful work and helps patients feel comfortable.
You’ll work directly with Dr. Dan and a small team at one location.
Responsibilities
Assist during braces, clear aligner, and appliance appointments.
Prepare treatment areas, instruments, and materials.
Obtain photographs, digital scans, and radiographs within your qualifications and permitted duties.
Sterilize instruments and follow infection control procedures.
Reinforce instructions for oral hygiene, aligners, retainers, and appliances.
Document visits accurately and help maintain supplies.
Required credentials for this position
Official documentation of passing the DANB Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam, or a Connecticut accepted equivalent.
Official documentation of passing the DANB Infection Control (ICE) exam, or a Connecticut accepted equivalent.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Full DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) certification is preferred but not required.
Experience and skills
Previous dental assisting experience, with orthodontic experience strongly preferred. Applicants should be dependable, detail oriented, and comfortable working with patients of all ages.
Schedule
Part time, usually Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Shifts are:
12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
7:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Workdays may vary, and additional days may become available as we expand our schedule.
Apply through Indeed with your resume, relevant credentials, and the days and shifts you are available.
Pay: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8.0 – 24.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• CPR Certification
• BLS Certification
• Certified Dental Assistant
• Orthodontics
• Autoclaving
• BLS Certification
• Certified Dental Assistant
• Orthodontics
• Autoclaving
About Darien Orthodontics
Darien Orthodontics, led by Dr. Daniel Jarrett, is a family-owned practice located in downtown Darien’s Corbin District. Dr. Dan personally sees every patient from the first consultation to the final appointment, offering braces and Invisalign in a comfortable, boutique setting.
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