Dental - Orthodontic Assistant

Job Title: Orthodontic Assistant
Location: Wu Orthodontics - Fair Oaks, CA
Address: 1525 Fair Oaks Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030
Employment Type: Full-Time
Weekly Hours: 40 Hours
Schedule:

Monday to Wednesday: 8:15 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday: 9:15 AM - 6:30 PM

Friday: 8:15 AM - 5:30 PM

About the Role:
Wu Orthodontics is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Orthodontic Assistant to join our energetic and patient-focused team. This role plays a key part in helping our patients achieve a lifetime of confident, healthy smiles. We're looking for someone who is warm, outgoing, and thrives in a family-friendly, fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will bring positivity and professionalism to the chairside experience, making every visit feel comfortable and welcoming. Orthodontic assisting experience is preferred, but we are open to training the right candidate who is passionate about patient care and ready to grow in their career.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide high-quality orthodontic assisting support to the orthodontist

Take and process digital X-rays

Prepare treatment rooms and ensure all instruments and supplies are sterilized and organized

Educate patients and parents on orthodontic procedures and oral hygiene

Document treatment progress accurately in patient records

Maintain a clean and friendly clinical environment

Travel to support our Claremont and Sierra Madre offices as needed

Required Certifications:

X-ray Certification

Coronal Polishing Certificate

Dental Assistant Certificate

CPR Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual (Spanish ) preferred

Previous orthodontic or pediatric dental assisting experience

A flexible, reliable, and team-oriented attitude

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Additional Information:
This position may require occasional travel to nearby partner offices in Claremont and Sierra Madre. Travel reimbursement is not provided.

We take care of our valued Orthodontic Assistants by offering:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Health Savings Account, Flex Spending
• 401K
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Opportunities for Community Giving Back

• A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent is required.
• An Orthodontist Assistant state certification, included but not limited to, nitrous oxide, dental radiology, and expanded function dental assistant (EFDA) or expanded duties dental assistant (EDDA).
• CPR certification

Job related experience:

• Experience working in a professional, medical, or dental environment with direct customer service is desired.
• A minimum of 1-year orthodontic assisting experience.

Job-related skills and competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills- must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Must be customer service oriented and able to communicate with a pleasant demeanor at all times.
• Communication- effective written and verbal communication is a must with all staff and management.
• Must be able to project a capable and professional image that is reflective of company values.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills- strong attention to detail, be able to multitask and perform job duties in a timely manner.
• Must have PC skills and be able to learn and successfully use new programs as required. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred; as well as experience with a fax machine, copy machine, and general office equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Dental Office Environment
• Hours may change to meet the business needs.
• Travel to offices that provide orthodontic services may be required.
• Attend and participate in all office meetings, continuing education events and morning huddles.
• Nature of work requires an ability to effectively communicate and exchange information with patients, their parents and staff.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and be able to twist, turn, bend and stoop.