Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Job Overview

As an Orthodontic Dental Assistant, You’ll provide chairside assisting, prepare dental equipment and instruments, and maintain efficient visits for patients of all ages.

Duties

• Assist with orthodontic procedures using four-handed dentistry and appropriate aseptic technique.
• Prepare, clean, and process dental instruments; follow dental sterilization procedures and infection control requirements.
• Help with patient management and reception tasks, and coordinate care with the clinical team.

Requirements

• Orthodontic Dental assisting or dental clinic experience; chairside assisting skills and knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and dental equipment.
• Understanding of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), clinical confidentiality policies, medical terminology, and medical documentation.
• Knowledge of infection prevention management and healthcare infection prevention and control; experience with pediatric dentistry, pediatrics, or general dentistry is useful.

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Work Location: In person