Lead Orthodontic Dental Assistant - New York Family Dentistry - Brooklyn, NY

Competitive Pay: Hourly rates start at $25 per hour, with higher compensation available for experienced candidates!
Responsibilities:
Provide advanced chairside support for a variety of orthodontic procedures, including banding, bonding, wire changes, and debonding, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort. Take the lead in preparing treatment rooms, ensuring instruments are sterilized, materials are ready, and the environment is set up for seamless care. Mentor and guide junior assistants and externs, sharing best practices in orthodontic workflows, infection control, and patient communication. Capture and process precise digital radiographs and orthodontic records, including intraoral photos, panoramic and cephalometric X-rays. Assist with taking impressions or digital scans for appliances, retainers, and aligners. Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, including treatment notes and orthodontic charting. Monitor and manage sterilization protocols and equipment maintenance to meet safety and compliance standards. Coordinate with the orthodontist and front office to support efficient patient flow and ensure timely care.
Qualifications:
5+ years of hands-on experience as a Chairside Dental Assistant, preferably in an orthodontic setting. Strong knowledge of orthodontic appliances, procedures, and terminology. Skilled in taking orthodontic X-rays and impressions/scans. Proficiency with orthodontic software and digital record systems (Dentrix Ascend experience is a plus!). Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills. Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality patient care.

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