（Full-time） Orthodontic Dental Assistant job at Stellar Orthodontics

Prepare dental chairs and clinical areas prior to patient appointments
Assist chairside with wire placement, bonding/debonding, and orthodontic appliance procedures
Take X-rays including panoramic, cephalometric, and CBCT, along with facial and intraoral photos and scans
Educate patients on oral hygiene and orthodontic care during treatment
Maintain accurate patient charts and document patient interactions
Sterilize instruments and keep clinical areas clean and organized
Operate 3D printers to fabricate aligners and retainers
Order and manage laboratory appliances and maintain inventory control
Ensure patient chairs and work areas are stocked and organized
Assist with office opening/closing procedures and support marketing and scheduling activities as needed

401(k) plan with company matching
Paid training and continuing education credits
Mileage and travel reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Paid sick time
Employee discounts
Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth

Monday to Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (shift hours may vary)
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Strong verbal and written communication skills across multiple platforms (phone, text, email, in person)
Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and experiences
Ability to work effectively as part of a team with a positive, can-do attitude
Receptiveness to coaching and feedback for continuous improvement
Dependable, punctual, and organized, capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment
Basic dental or customer service experience is a plus but not mandatory

Experience with panoramic and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging
Knowledge of dental sterilization and disinfection protocols
Familiarity with 3D printing and orthodontic appliance fabrication
Experience in inventory management and laboratory coordination