Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Overview Join our team as an orthodontic assistant, where your role involves chairside assistance, managing patient care, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. We offer excellent pay, profit-sharing, a great work environment, and a schedule that provides time for an excellent work-life balance (open 12 days a month, with two 5-7 day breaks each month). Previous experience as an orthodontic or dental assistant

REQUIRED.

We have offices in Cortez and Durango, and travel to both offices is required. Pay is $23 to $30 per hour, depending on experience and skill level. Responsibilities Assist orthodontists during procedures such as bracket placement, wire adjustments, and appliance fittings. Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up necessary supplies, and ensuring aseptic techniques. Take impressions for retainers and other appliances. Take orthodontic X-rays. Educate patients on orthodontic care instructions, including appliance maintenance, oral hygiene practices, and post-treatment guidelines. share on-call responsibilities (repair appointments) on days the office is closed. Skills Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control protocols, and aseptic techniques. Ability to operate dental imaging equipment such as X-ray machines. Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality of medical records and compliance with privacy laws. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Pay:

$23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Experience:

Orthodontic or dental assisting: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person