Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist our orthodontist in providing quality orthodontic care to patients.
Duties
- Prepare treatment rooms for orthodontic procedures
- Assist orthodontist during patient examinations and treatments
- Take dental X-rays
- Maintain patient records and documentation
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices
- Perform infection control procedures to maintain a clean and safe environment
- Handle general dentistry tasks as needed
- Utilize medical terminology and coding for accurate documentation
- Assist with pediatric patients in a caring and compassionate manner
- Implement four-handed dentistry techniques for efficient patient care
Skills
- Proficiency in X-Ray procedures
- Knowledge of dental terminology and coding
- Experience with infection control protocols
- Familiarity with general dentistry practices
- Ability to work with pediatric patients effectively
- Competency in using Cloud 9 or similar dental systems for documentation
- Strong organizational skills for managing patient records efficiently
- Capability in four-handed dentistry techniques for procedural assistance
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Oakland, CA 94609 (Required)
Work Location: In person
