Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Orthodontic Clinical Assistant

Excelsior Orthodontics

Location: Purcellville, VA

Job Type: Part-Time (with potential to transition to Full-Time)

About Us

At our practice, we are dedicated to creating beautiful smiles and providing an exceptional experience for our patients right here in Purcellville. We pride ourselves on a high-energy, supportive, and cutting-edge clinical environment. If you are passionate about patient care, detail-oriented, and love working as part of a dynamic team, we want to meet you!

Position Overview & Growth Opportunity

We are looking for a fantastic clinical assistant to join our team. Prior orthodontic experience is highly preferred for this role. This is currently a part-time position, but for the right candidate who demonstrates excellent skill, reliability, and alignment with our team culture, this role has strong potential to transition into a full-time position.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Pay: Competitive and fully based on your skillset and prior orthodontic experience.
• Note: Specific hourly rates and benefits for the full-time track will be discussed during the interview process.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist during clinical procedures (bonding, adjustments, debonding, etc.).
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, instruments, and equipment in accordance with sterilization protocols.
• Take high-quality digital X-rays, intraoral photos, and 3D scans.
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene, appliance care, and treatment progress.
• Provide a warm, welcoming, and reassuring environment for patients of all ages.
• Accurately maintain electronic patient charts and treatment records.

Qualifications & Skills

• Orthodontic or chairside dental assisting experience is strongly preferred.
• Active Virginia Dental Assisting credentials/X-ray certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Tech-savvy with a willingness to learn new clinical software.

How to Apply (Please Read Carefully)

We want to get to know the real you beyond just a piece of paper! To apply, please follow these specific instructions:

• Email your resume to joinexcelsior@gmail.com.
• Include a short video intro: Record a brief video sharing a little bit about yourself, your background, and why you’re excited about joining our Purcellville team.
• Provide a viewing link: In your email, include a hyperlink to your video (e.g., a Loom video, Google Drive link, or any other platform that allows for easy viewing). Please do not attach the video file directly to the email.

Note: Prospective candidates will be evaluated based on their submission. If you are selected to continue to the next step in our interview process, a member of our team will contact you directly.

We look forward to meeting you!

Work Location: In person