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Orthodontic Clinical Assistant

Job in State College, Centre County, Pennsylvania, 16801, USA
Listing for: Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-21
Job specializations:
  • Dental / Dentistry
    Dental Assistant
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 38000 - 54000 USD Yearly USD 38000.00 54000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Schedule

Monday–Friday |7:20 AM – 4:40 PM
Lunch:11:40 AM – 12:40 PM(dependent on patient care needs)
Alternating administrative day(s) off (as scheduled)

Position Summary

The Orthodontic Clinical Assistant supports the orthodontist and clinical team by preparing for patient visits, assisting during procedures, completing clinical documentation, maintaining infection control standards, and ensuring an exceptional patient experience.

Key Responsibilities Patient Care & Chairside Support
  • Assist the orthodontist during treatment and procedures
  • Prepare patients for visits and support pre-visit steps
  • Provide patient education and reinforcement of home-care instructions
  • Maintain a calm, positive, and professional chair-side presence
Clinical Flow & Operatory Readiness
  • Set up and break down chairs to support efficient patient flow
  • Maintain operatory readiness throughout the day
  • Support smooth transitions and teamwork across clinical roles
Imaging & Digital Workflow
  • Take and processx-raysand clinicalphotographsas assigned
  • Take and processintraoral scans
  • Maintain digital workflow standards and file accuracy
  • Support patient tracking, imaging, and documentation systems
Documentation & Compliance
  • Complete accurate treatment notes and documentation in the patient record
  • Update medical/dental history forms with patients as needed
  • Follow sterilization, infection control, and safety protocols consistently
Additional Clinical Support
  • Clean retainers and aligners for patients as needed
  • Support practice promotions/special projects
  • Use digital checklists for daily/weekly/monthly tasks
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support
Certifications (Preferred/Required as applicable)
  • X-ray Certification (Required)
  • CPR Certification
  • Infection Control Certification
  • Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) License
  • SOA (Specialized Orthodontic Assistant) or COA (Certified Orthodontic Assistant)
  • Comfortable with computers and clinical documentation
Skills & Abilities
  • Strong teamwork, professionalism, and patient-first mindset
  • Clear communication with doctors, team members, patients, parents, and referring offices
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and dependable in a busy environment
  • Confident problem-solving and willingness to take initiative
Benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k)
  • Bonuses
  • Uniform Allowance

State College Orthodontics is an Equal Opportunity Employer |

Work Location:

In person

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