PRN Orthodontic Assistant

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta • Sandy Springs, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

States the responsibilities he/she will be expected to perform and against which he/she will be evaluated. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Requirements

• Experience in pediatrics
• High school graduate and graduate of an accredited orthodontic assistant training program or related experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment
• Familiarity with standard pediatric orthodontic procedures and techniques

Responsibilities

• Coordinates care of the pediatric orthodontic patient.
• Assists the pediatric dentist and orthodontist according to the rules of the Georgia Board of Dentistry Chapter 150-0.
• Maintains dental/orthodontic equipment and instruments.
• Keeps operatories, lab, and dark room neat and clean in accordance with infection control guidelines.
• Maintains records of sterilization for dental autoclave.
• Maintains logs of equipment maintenance.
• Maintains inventories of dental/orthodontic supplies.
• Maintains emergency supplies log as scheduled on rotational basis.
• Assists hygienists in routine maintenance of x-ray processor if needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED