Orthodontic Assistant

and the job listing Expires on January 16, 2026

Jessie Albert Dental and Orthodontic Center (JADOC) in Bath, Maine is a well-respected clinic with over 40 years of experience in the community. We are committed to the mission of Catholic Charities Maine to bring help & hope to Maine’s most vulnerable.

We currently have an opening for a Full-Time (4 days per week) Orthodontic Assistant
. We are looking to hire someone who will make this a career and join our team of dedicated professionals
. The Orthodontic Dental Assistant is the person responsible for patient care under the direct supervision of the orthodontist and preventive dental education of the patient under the general supervision of the orthodontist.

We will train the right candidate!

• Remove & insert archwires, basic wire bending and fit orthodontic bands
• Bonding of brackets
• Complete lab work, taking dental impressions, and making retainers
• Provide oral hygiene instructions to patients

• Will enjoy working with children and adults in a fast-paced environment and have good people, organizational, and lab skills.
• Must have good fine motor skills and dexterity.
• Must be a team player.
• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Maine certification in Radiography.
• Experience in either a private practice or public health setting is preferred, but exceptions can be made for the right candidate that shows excellent didactic and clinical skills.
• Experience with Dentrix and/or Dolphin a plus!

Starting salary $19.00 – $21.00/hour, contingent with experience.

Full-Time, Monday – Thursday; 8:00AM – 4:00PM

• 4 weeks of Earned Time in your first year
  , plus up to 6 paid holidays
• 100% employer-paid short- & long-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with agency contribution
• ADP Life Mart Employee Discount program
• Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance with a paid Health Screening Benefit
• Wellness benefits (including up to $100 reimbursement for wellness purchases and individual coaching)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Bereavement leave

You may submit your cover letter and resume (indicating the position title) via our website ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) or email (hr department), fax ), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.

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