Orthodontic Dental Assistant Job in Cumming, Georgia

(Job ID: 547180)

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Orthodontic Assistant – Chattahoochee Family Orthodontics   Chattahoochee Family Orthodontics, is dedicated to helping our patients grow confident smiles while improving their overall health. Our team is personable, fun, and truly committed to making every visit a positive experience for patients and families.   At Chattahoochee Family Orthodontics, you’ll join a small, tight-knit team where patients see familiar faces at every appointment, schedules are manageable, and everyone feels like part of a supportive group—not just an employee. Dr. Barnes and our staff make the office environment warm, welcoming, and enjoyable, creating a place where families feel comfortable and cared for at each visit.   As an Orthodontic Assistant, you’ll play a key role in delivering excellent patient care. Your responsibilities include:   Responsibilities:      * Assist Orthodontists chairside during procedures      * Greet and escort patients, ensuring they feel comfortable      * Take radiographs as instructed by the provider      * Set up and break down operatories and clean them after each patient      * Stock materials needed in the clinic daily      * Sterilize and maintain equipment and materials following OSHA, federal, and state guidelines   Basic Requirements:      * 0–5 years of experience      * Ability to travel between two office locations: Cumming & Hamilton Mill      * Vocational/Technical training or Associate’s Degree      * Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License      * Familiarity with dental software, email, and Microsoft Word      * Ability to lift 25 lbs. with or without accommodation   Preferred Qualifications:      * Beginning records: study models, X-rays, panorex, cephalometric, digital photographs      * Efficient in 1BA, adjustments, FCDB, and debands      * Impressions: pouring and trimming models for appliances and presentation      * Ship/receive and properly store lab materials (retainers, study models, appliances)      * Intra-oral and extra-oral photography      * Removal of fixed bands/brackets, ligature removal/replacement, wire removal/placement      * Size, fit, and cement orthodontic bands      * Itero machine scanning and fabrication of orthodontic retainers      * Ortho case presentations to patients/parents      * Patient communication regarding POH, rubber band wear, treatment progress, and cooperation      * Order orthodontic supplies and maintain infection control procedures      * Strong written, oral, and organizational skills      * Team-oriented, self-motivated, well-organized, and able to manage time efficiently   Benefits:      * 401(k)      * Dental, vision, and health insurance      * Flexible spending account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)      * Paid time off and holidays      * Short-term and long-term disability insurance      * Uniforms, bonuses, and pet insurance      * Opportunities to continue and maintain your education and certifications to advance your orthodontic career   License/Certification:      * Radiology certification      * DPH Dental Assistant License   Join Chattahoochee Family Orthodontics and be part of a friendly, professional team where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and every day is rewarding. To apply for this position, please use the following URL: https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=be893e22f358c58945d0e91665935c78