Orthodontic Assistant

Dr. Joseph LaPonzina Orthodontics·Bel Air, Maryland

$25 - $25/hrOther On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Orthodontic Assistant · $25 - $25/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-58% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in Bel Air, Maryland ($60.00/hr)

14 similar openings in the Bel Air area · median $68.75/hr

$23.00/hr · lowesthighest · $117/hr

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted dental roles in Bel Air, Maryland rates. This role sits in the 7th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 58% below the Bel Air, Maryland median for dental roles.

The Orthodontic Clinical Assistant will provide clinical support to the dental team and ensure a positive experience for patients. The role involves utilizing modern techniques and state-of-the-art technology to deliver high-quality orthodontic care.

Overview Dr.

Joseph LaPonzina Orthodontics is looking for an Orthodontic Clinical Assistant to join our dedicated team of dental professionals in Bel Air, MD!

Our practice is well-known for providing the community with extraordinary Orthodontic care using state-of-the-art technology and modern techniques.

The best candidate for this role has a superior chairside manner and outstanding interpersonal skills, ensuring positive patient experiences.

If this sounds like you, submit your application today!

Compensation $25 an hour Schedule Full-time 4 days per week

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance PTO and paid holidays Traditional and Roth 401(k) options Referral Bonus Program Free CE courses provided by our affiliated vendors

Qualifications: 1+ years of hands-on Orthodontic assisting experience is highly preferred Radiology certification INDHROA00

Requirements

Candidates should have at least one year of hands-on orthodontic assisting experience. A radiology certification is also required for this position.

professional certificate
Interpersonal skills
Patient care
Radiology
Chairside manner
Orthodontic assisting

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $25 - $25/hr
Location: Bel Air, Maryland
Posted: Aug 6, 2026
Closes: Aug 6, 2027
Application: Employer website

Dental roles in Maryland stay competitive

Maryland dental assistants and hygiene support roles are typically in steady demand because practices need reliable patient-facing staff who can manage chairside support and office flow. Competition often centers on interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and any prior clinical exposure, while benefits like dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off can make offers more attractive. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here against the original posting, and be ready to highlight customer service experience and any hands-on dental or hygiene background in your application.