Dental Assistant - Orthodontics

SALT Dental Partners•Orange, CA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Exceptional Orthodontics Team! Are you a passionate, dedicated professional looking to make a significant impact on patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment? Look no further! We are a thriving orthodontics practice committed to providing top-notch orthodontics care to our community. With state-of-the-art facilities and a focus on patient comfort and satisfaction, we pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive orthodontics services with a personal touch. Our team is comprised of skilled professionals who share a common goal of excellence in orthodontics and compassionate patient care.

Requirements

Six (6) or more months of practical experience as an orthodontic assistant.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Quick learner with problem solving skills
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Technical and troubleshooting skills for software applications used for charting, patient records, scheduling, etc.
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in fitting bands and brackets, tying in arch wires and taking consistent, accurate impressions.
Desire and ability to learn new skills and be a team player.
Commitment to being punctual and reporting to work on time.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the desire for professional growth.
Be organized and possess a superior knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a CODA-accredited dental assisting program (Preferred).

Responsibilities

Greet and engage patients with respect and a smile.
Ensure patients are well informed and comfortable - before, during, and after their appointment - about their treatment and oral health.
Take and process dental radiographs, impressions and intraoral photos.
Prepares and sterilizes treatment room and equipment.
Provide chair-side assistance to Providers during treatment procedures.
Documents orthodontic care services by charting in patients’ records.
Assist the orthodontist in assessing a patient's teeth and implementing a plan to straighten them.
Perform routine orthodontic duties, including cleaning and adjusting orthodontic gear.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and patient-centric working environment.
Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g, OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, Employee Handbook).