Part Time Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

Schedule: 1 Day a week (Tuesdays)

Monday: 8AM-5PM
Tuesday: 7:15AM-5PM
Wednesday: 7:15AM-5PM
Thursday: 7:15AM-5PM

Compensation & Benefits
We offer a culture that values caring, professional development, growth, and sustainability. Our comprehensive and competitive benefits package includes but is not limited to:
Competitive pay
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance options
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance gifted to you
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and paid holidays
A team culture focused on growth, communication, and high-quality care
Work-life balance

What You’ll Do
As a key member of our team, you will help support smooth, efficient, and comfortable patient care by:
Prepare patients and treatment rooms for orthodontic procedures
Assist the orthodontist chairside during bracket placements, wire changes, impressions, and other clinical tasks
Take orthodontic records, including digital X-rays, intraoral photos, and impressions or scans
Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and appliance care
Track treatment progress and update charts in the dental software system
Sterilize instruments and maintain a clean, organized clinical environment
Support scheduling efficiency by monitoring patient flow and confirming upcoming appointments
Communicate effectively with the orthodontist, front office, and other team members
Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols
Provide exceptional service and reinforce Squire Dental’s patient-first philosophy

Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of a dental assisting program or relevant orthodontic assistant training
Current CPR/BLS certification
State-specific dental assistant or orthodontic assistant certification (as applicable)
Strong communication skills and a friendly, professional demeanor

Preferred:
Proficiency in dental software systems (Denticon)
1+ years of experience as an orthodontic assistant
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, and assist with clinical care for extended periods
Manual dexterity to work with orthodontic instruments and appliances
Exposure to bodily fluids, sterilization chemicals, and dental materials
Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required