Dental Assistant, Orthodontics

Salt Dental Partners; Albany (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities

Mentorship and career growth

Diverse patient base

Job summary

Salt Dental Partners is seeking an orthodontic assistant to join a collaborative dental team in California. You will greet patients, assist the orthodontist, and manage room prep and sterilization while handling impressions and radiographs.

A CODA-accredited program and orthodontic experience are preferred, with strong communication and teamwork essential. Pay ranges from $28.00 to $33.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, and the practice emphasizes modern facilities, mentorship, and

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state.
• 6+ months of experience as an orthodontic assistant
• Completion of a CODA accredited dental assisting program (preferred)
• Proficiency fitting bands and brackets, tying arch wires, and taking impressions
• Punctual, professional, and a strong team player
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients before, during, and after their appointment
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos
• Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment
• Document orthodontic care by charting patient records
• Assist the orthodontist in assessing patients and implementing treatment plans
• Perform routine orthodontic duties, including adjusting orthodontic gear

Skills

Dental license

Orthodontic experience

Impressions taking

Communication skills

Team player

Education

CODA-accredited program

Job description

Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients before, during, and after their appointment
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos
• Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment
• Document orthodontic care by charting patient records
• Assist the orthodontist in assessing patients and implementing treatment plans
• Perform routine orthodontic duties, including adjusting orthodontic gear

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state
• 6+ months of experience as an orthodontic assistant
• Completion of a CODA accredited dental assisting program (preferred)
• Proficiency fitting bands and brackets, tying arch wires, and taking impressions
• Punctual, professional, and a strong team player
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and advanced technology
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work

Pay is $28.00 - 33.00 per hour based on experience

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