Orthodontic Assistant — Schenectady, NY

Job overview

The Orthodontic Assistant role is onsite in Schenectady, NY, with a Monday–Friday schedule and full-time employment. The XML lists pay of $23–$27 per hour. Battiste Orthodontics provides specialized orthodontic care and patient experiences focused on healthy, confident smiles. The assistant supports the orthodontist during procedures and helps patients and families understand orthodontic care. The role contributes to a comfortable visit by preparing patients, completing chairside tasks, communicating treatment needs, and maintaining patient records and an organized clinical space.

What you'll do

• Prepare patients for procedures
• assist the orthodontist during procedures and complete chairside appointment tasks
• review patient notes and prepare instruments
• provide orthodontic care instructions, dental health education, and diet recommendations
• help patients and parents feel comfortable
• communicate treatment needs to clinic staff
• perform iTero scans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

orthodontic assistant

schenectady ny

battiste orthodontics

full-time

monday–friday

$23–$27 per hour

chairside assistance

itero scanning

patient education

orthodontic care

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Bonus opportunities
• medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company contributions
• paid time off and holidays
• discounted pediatric dental and orthodontic treatments.

Why this role

Previous dental assisting experience is required. Orthodontic patient experience, dental assisting certification, and familiarity with orthodontic software and technology are preferred.

About the employer

Battiste Orthodontics is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners. Sector: 62.