Find & Apply For Dental Assistant Jobs in Herndon, Virginia

We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and motivated Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our growing team! The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, teens, and adults and is comfortable working in a fast-paced orthodontic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the orthodontist during patient appointments and procedures.
• Prepare and set up treatment rooms and instruments.
• Take and develop/process dental X-rays as permitted by applicable regulations.
• Assist with orthodontic procedures, including bonding, adjustments, wire changes, impressions/scans, and retainer delivery.
• Take intraoral photographs and digital scans.
• Provide patients with clear instructions regarding orthodontic appliances and oral hygiene.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and treatment areas according to OSHA and office protocols.
• Help with patient flow and keep appointments running efficiently.
• Communicate professionally and warmly with patients and parents.
• Assist with inventory, stocking, and maintaining a clean and organized clinical area.
• Follow all infection-control, safety, and office policies Qualifications.
• Previous dental assisting experience preferred; orthodontic experience is a plus.
• Dental assisting certification/credentials as required by state regulations.
• X-ray certification/permit as required by state regulations.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Comfortable working with children and families.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and professional appearance.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy office.

What We're Looking For? We want someone who is energetic, patient-focused, dependable, and enjoys being part of a team. The right person will help create a positive and welcoming experience for every patient while supporting the orthodontist and clinical team. If you love helping people feel confident about their smiles and enjoy working in a fun, team-oriented environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $23.00 per hour

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person