Dental Assistant, Orthodontics

Berkeley Orthodontics; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities

Advanced technology

Mentorship

Job summary

Berkeley Orthodontics is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support patients throughout their visits. You will take radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos, and prepare the treatment room with sterile equipment.

The role requires an active dental license/registration and CODA-accredited training (preferred). You will collaborate closely with the orthodontist to implement treatment plans and ensure a smooth, patient-focused experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CODA-accredited dental assisting program (preferred).
• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by the state.
• 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 assisting

Patient communication

Team player

Organization

Education

Dental assisting program completion (CODA-accredited)

Dental licensure/registration (state)

Job description

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

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.

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