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Orthodontic Assistant
Job Description
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.
Benefits:
401(k) Employee discount Paid time offExperience:
Orthodontic Assisting:
1 year (Required)Language:
Spanish (Required)Work Location:
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$49,655 / year median in California
+28% projected growth