ORTHODONTIC DENTAL ASSISTANT (Willing to train!)

ORTHODONTIC DENTAL ASSISTANT

(Willing to train!) Rancho Santa Fe Orthodontics Rancho Santa Fe, CA Job Details Part-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Oral hygiene Medical procedure preparation Dental care patient counseling Preparing dental treatment areas Payment processing Dental receptionist Greeting customers Greeting dental patients Assisting medical staff Intraoral cameras Medical scheduling Disinfection procedures Dental x-ray Intraoral scanners Patient care Dental equipment Digital dental impression taking Four handed dentistry Medical post-procedure instructions Patient education Entry level Surgical instrument sterilization and handling Office phone management Full Job Description Job Summary We have a job opening for a dental assistant to join our private orthodontic practice in beautiful Rancho Santa Fe! We offer a work environment where our employees are truly appreciated for their professionalism, friendliness, and dependability. This is a unique position that combines both clinical and administrative responsibilities, making it a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow in the dental/orthodontic field and be trained in a well-rounded role. Experience in an orthodontic or dental office is preferred, but not required if you are a fast learner. We are willing to train the right person!

Responsibilities include:

Clinical:

Greeting and seating patients for treatment Sterilizing instruments and disinfecting operatories Intraoral scanning Taking x-rays and photographs Tying and untying archwires Chairside assisting and four-handed dentistry techniques Educating patients on oral hygiene and post-procedure instructions

Administrative:

Answering phones Scheduling appointments Collecting payments Helping maintain a smooth and welcoming patient experience Ideal candidate: Friendly, warm, and professional Detail-oriented and dependable Willing to learn both clinical and front-office duties Able to multitask in a busy orthodontic setting Dental assisting training preferred, but not required The position is for 3 days/wk. Salary commensurate with experience.

Job Type:

Part-time Work Location:

In person