Orthodontic Assistant

Hero Practice Services·Washington, District of Columbia

$21 - $24/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Orthodontic Assistant · $21 - $24/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-56% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in Washington, District of Columbia ($47.87/hr, n=48)

39 similar openings in the Washington area · median $27.00/hr

$18.40/hr · p10p90 · $145/hr

this role: $21.00/hrmedian $47.87/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 48 posted dental roles in Washington, District of Columbia rates. This role sits in the 12th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 56% below the Washington, District of Columbia median for dental roles.

The Orthodontic Assistant provides chair-side support by fitting bands, placing archwires, and delivering appliances while maintaining accurate patient medical records. They also collaborate with the team to ensure a clean, professional environment and provide compassionate care to underserved children.

Become a Hero and join us on our mission to help underserved kids!
Generous pay with monthly bonus opportunities
PTO and paid holidays
Career growth within your practice and the region
Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K & more

Adventure Dental & Orthodontics in Washington, DC, is currently seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to provide efficient, high-quality care to our patients. This position will report to the Lead Orthodontic Assistant.

Pay range: $21-$24/hr

Job Responsibilities

Provide orthodontist with excellent chair-side assistance by fitting orthodontic bands, setting up bonding, placing archwires, delivering appliances, and removing braces in a timely manner

Collect and record patient medical history in Electronic Healthcare Records (EHR) system

Collaborate with others to provide high-quality care and experience for our patients and their families

Ensure practice is clean and presentable to patients to include cleaning restrooms, patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, dusting etc.

Participate in other duties that support the mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children

Minimum Qualifications

Radiology education and training that meets state requirements
Strong interpersonal skills, including a friendly outgoing demeanor and the ability to actively listen to patients and parents
Ability to multi-task and complete dental tasks correctly and in a timely manner
Knowledge of e-Clinical Works (eCW) a plus
Previous experience working in a dental office preferred
Current BLS CPR certification

In addition to the job description, you will be asked to perform other duties that support the business and our mission.

Requirements

Candidates must have radiology training that meets state requirements and a current BLS CPR certification. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task in a dental office setting are essential for this role.

professional certificate
Multi-tasking
Interpersonal skills
Patient care
Active listening
Radiology
BLS CPR certification
Electronic healthcare records
Chair-side assistance
Orthodontic assistance
Dental office operations

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Monthly bonus opportunities

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $21 - $24/hr
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Posted: Aug 6, 2026
Application: Employer website

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