Orthodontic Assistant - Duong Orthodontics

Corus Orthodontics • Manteca, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Duong Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant for its practice in Manteca, California. The position focuses on creating positive patient experiences, assisting the orthodontist with consultations and procedures, providing patient education, and supporting the practice’s daily operations and growth. The practice describes its workplace as collaborative and community-focused, with an emphasis on quality care, integrity, and ongoing improvement.

This is a part-time role scheduled for 16–24 hours per week, two to three days per week, Monday through Thursday. Compensation is $22.00–$26.00 per hour, based on experience. Team members working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for the described learning assistance and benefits package.

Requirements

• Certified Dental Assistant certificate.
• Radiology license required to take x-rays.
• Good understanding of relevant health and safety regulations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build rapport with patients, parents, doctors, fellow team members, and the community.
• Keen attention to detail and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Orthodontic or dental experience is preferred; the practice is willing to train the right candidate.
• Proficiency with orthodontic or dental management software systems is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome, comfort, prepare, and seat patients for treatment.
• Build positive relationships with patients, families, coworkers, and the community, helping keep treatment on schedule.
• Assist the orthodontist with consultations and all stages of orthodontic procedures.
• Clean and disinfect operatories and sterilize instruments and devices.
• Take x-rays, photographs, impressions, and intraoral scans.
• Provide patient instructions and education, and provide reports to parents or guardians.
• Generate correspondence for referring dentists.
• Maintain detailed patient records.

Benefits

• $500 in annual learning assistance for team members working 20 or more hours per week.
• Health insurance for team members working 20 or more hours per week.
• Dental insurance for team members working 20 or more hours per week.
• Vision insurance for team members working 20 or more hours per week.
• Health spending account for team members working 20 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) with employer matching for team members working 20 or more hours per week.
• Employee assistance program for team members working 20 or more hours per week.
• Complimentary orthodontic treatment for the employee and immediate family.
• Uniform allowance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed