- Location
- El Segundo, CA
- Department
- Healthcare
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Alongside and in support of the Orthodontist, performs a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. Works chair-side as the Orthodontist examines and treats patients. Supports the overall office by communicating effectively with other staff and patients, providing assistance where needed. Works as part of a team to ensure patients have a positive experience, and the office runs efficiently.
Duties:
- Assists the Orthodontist during a variety of treatment procedures including but not limited to: isolation, etch and bonding of brackets as well as banding.
- Prepares patients for treatment and collects dental history/records.
- Provides patients with instructions for oral care following bracket placement
- Takes impressions and/ or Itero scans
- Follow and support infection control protocol. Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
- Perform office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience as a Dental Assistant (experience in Orthodontics preferred)
- Licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Orthodontic Assistant (OA)
- Valid CPR certification
- Strong interpersonal and listening skills
Skills
CPRPatient Care
