Job Description

Job Location: Hopkinton, MA 01748
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $24.00 - $29.00 Hourly

Job Category: Health CareAt Simply Orthodontics, the Orthodontic Dental Assistant plays an essential role in creating an exceptional patient experience while supporting the clinical team in delivering high-quality orthodontic care. You are a key part of helping appointments run smoothly, ensuring patients feel comfortable, and supporting efficient clinical operations throughout the day. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and enjoy working closely with patients, we’d love to meet you.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm
Responsibilities
- Create a welcoming and positive experience for patients by helping them feel comfortable and informed throughout their orthodontic visit
- Assist the Orthodontist during a variety of orthodontic procedures, including adjustments, bonding, debonding, retainer appointments, and other clinical treatments
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure appointments run efficiently and on schedule
- Take diagnostic records, including digital x-rays, photographs, and scans/impressions as needed
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, appliance care, retainers, aligners, and post-treatment instructions to support successful outcomes
- Monitor patient flow and work closely with the clinical team to maintain an efficient schedule and minimize wait times
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records as needed
- Follow all infection control, sterilization, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional treatment area
- Collaborate closely with the orthodontic team to support exceptional patient care and day-to-day office operations
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
This is an opportunity to join a well-established, team-oriented orthodontic practice where your role is essential to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting a positive office culture.
Full-time Benefits
We recognize that taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health insurance starting on your first day of employment
- Vision insurance
- Paid vacation time
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick time
- Dental and orthodontic benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Consistent, set schedule (no weekends!)

Qualifications
What qualifications you bring:
•    You have a valid and current MA State Dental Assistant License
•    You have a valid X-ray Certification
•    You have a High School Diploma or Equivalent
•    You are CPR & First Aid Certification
•    You are knowledgeable of OSHA regulations and changes
•    You are computer proficient including Microsoft office and Practice Management Software