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Orthodontic Assistant - PT Part-time

Affinity Dental Management·New York

$28/hr·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 4 months ago
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About the role

The Orthodontic Assistant will support orthodontists during all chairside procedures, including banding, bonding, impressions, and debonding, while also being responsible for taking accurate digital records like X-rays and iTero scans. Key duties also involve maintaining sterilized instruments, educating patients on appliance care, and ensuring accurate record-keeping within the Denticon software.

Join a High-Performing Dental Team - Orthodontic Assistant Opportunity at Concerned Dental Care of the Upper West Side

Are you an experienced and dependable Orthodontic Assistant looking to work in a modern, fast-paced, and patient-centered dental practice in Manhattan? Concerned Dental Care of the Upper West Side is seeking a skilled Orthodontic Assistant to join our multi-specialty team and support our growing orthodontic program on a part-time basis.

If you’re passionate about patient care, love working with a supportive team, and thrive in a dynamic clinical setting - this is the opportunity for you.

Why Join Concerned Dental Care? • Competitive Pay

  • Rates starting at $28/hour with the opportunity for additional incentives
  • Professional
  • Growth: Access to Continuing Education (CE) credits and mentorship opportunities
  • Modern
  • Technology: 9 fully equipped operatories, digital charting (Denticon), and a tech-forward practice that values efficiency and precision
  • Exceptional
  • Patient
  • Experience: With over 112 5-star reviews and a 4.9-star average, our practice is known for providing expert care with a personal touch
  • Collaborative
  • Culture: Work side-by-side with orthodontists, general dentists, and specialists in an inclusive and team-driven setting
  • Ideal
  • Manhattan
  • Location: Located at 657 Amsterdam Avenue, our office is easily accessible by subway, bus, and local transit

What You’ll Do

  • Assist orthodontists with all chairside procedures including banding, bonding, wire changes, impressions, and debonding
  • Take accurate orthodontic records including digital X-rays, intraoral photos, and iTero scans
  • Prepare patients for procedures and ensure their comfort throughout the appointment
  • Maintain and sterilize instruments and operatory setup
  • Educate patients on appliance care, hygiene instructions, and post-procedure expectations
  • Maintain detailed and accurate patient records using Denticon
  • Support a smooth clinical flow by managing supplies, prepping trays, and coordinating with team members

What We’re Looking For

  • 1-2 years of orthodontic assisting experience (required)
  • Radiology certification (required)
  • Orthodontic assisting certification (if applicable by state)
  • Familiarity with Denticon or other dental software
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and patient care skills
  • Team-oriented mindset with a positive, dependable attitude
  • Spanish/English bilingualism (preferred)

Schedule

• Mondays 9AM-6PM

Practice Overview

  • Concerned Dental Care of the Upper West Side 1. 657 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025
  • No on-site parking | Accessible via public transportation

Our upscale office offers a calm, private, and high-tech environment where both patients and staff feel welcome and cared for. We’re proud to provide a wide range of dental services - including general, restorative, cosmetic, endodontic, periodontic, and orthodontic care - with an unwavering commitment to quality and compassion.

Ready to Advance Your Orthodontic Assisting Career?

Apply today to become a part of the Concerned Dental Care team in the Upper West Side and help us deliver confident smiles through outstanding orthodontic care.

Concerned Dental Care is a proud affiliate of Affinity Dental Management, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information or other characteristics protected by law. All candidates' employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check, reference check, and employment verification.

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Requirements

Candidates must possess 1-2 years of required orthodontic assisting experience and hold a required Radiology certification. Familiarity with Denticon software, strong organizational skills, and excellent patient care abilities are necessary for this fast-paced role.

  • Teamwork
  • Multitasking
  • Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Record Keeping
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Patient Education
  • Supply Management
  • Digital X-rays
  • Chairside Procedures
  • Radiology Certification
  • Orthodontic Assisting
  • Denticon
  • Intraoral Photos
  • Itéro Scans

Benefits

  • Continuing Education Credits
  • Mentorship Opportunities

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$28/hr
Location
New York
Posted
Mar 23, 2026
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Affinity Dental Management

Affinity Dental Management is a dentist-run, provider-led Dental Support Organization helping practices across New York, Connecticut, Vermont, and Massachusetts thrive. Our 45 locations combine clinical autonomy with cutting-edge resources, advanced training, and...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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