Life Dental & Orthodontics is seeking a new dental assistant to help with orthodontic care. We are a recognized center for providing airway-friendly care and education to a world-wide community of patients and professionals with our ever-growing, highly-trained team. Come and see what we do and meet our amazing team! Check us out at: https://lifedentalortho.com/join-our-team
Interview now for an exceptional opportunity with our practice in Walnut Creek. Your hours would be fulltime (typically 34 hours/week), spread between Monday and Thursday. Previous orthodontic assisting experience is required, an OA permit would be awesome, or previous assisting experience and a willingness to obtain your Orthodontic Assistant training and permit would also be good. Please do not apply if you are not a chairside dental assistant already, and have some ortho assisting background already.
Responsibilities:
- Assist doctor during orthodontic procedures by providing chairside assistance.
- Utilize 3D scanner and CBCT technology for accurate orthodontic assessments.
- Apply knowledge of dental and medical terminology in patient interactions.
- Maintain aseptic technique to ensure a clean and safe environment.
- Utilize Dentrix and Dolphin software for accurate record-keeping.
- Provide friendly, professional care as part of our awesome team!
Qualifications:
- - Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Orthodontic Assistant (OA) certification (preferred)
- - Proficiency in chairside assisting and dental assisting techniques (required)
- - Experience using CBCT and/or 3D scanners for orthodontic procedures (preferred)
- - Familiarity with Dentrix and/or Dolphin EMR systems (preferred)
- - Familiarity with HIPAA regulations
- - Familiarity with aseptic techniques and maintaining a sterile environment
- - Strong knowledge of dental terminology and medical terminology
Please reply to this email ASAP before the job is filled.
1. Tell us about yourself, your qualifications, and your talents.
2. Tell us why you’re interested.
3. Include your contact information and the best time for the doctor to reach you.
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 34 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Dental Assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
- Orthodontic Assistant Permit (Preferred)
- Registered Dental Assistant License (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Walnut Creek, CA 94598: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person