Experienced DA for Orthodontic Practice

Gold River Orthodontics; Gold River (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate based on experience

Job summary

Gold River Orthodontics is seeking an experienced dental assistant for a part-time role to support our orthodontist with patient care, chairside assistance, and sterilization. A friendly, professional demeanor is essential to greet patients and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, taking diagnostic radiographs, handling digital scans, stocking supplies, and performing basic lab duties as directed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and a graduate of accredited Dental Assistant program.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with a team in a fast-paced environment.
• At least two years of working experience as a DA in orthodontics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-care services – welcome and seat patients, set up/clean chairs, and follow infection control protocols.
• Take diagnostic radiography (PANO/Ceph/CBCT) and digital scans; sterilize instruments and manage supplies.
• Answer phones, greet patients, support front desk, educate on OHI, and assist with marketing events as requested.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma and accredited Dental Assistant program

Job description

Our private orthodontic practice is looking for an experienced dental assistant (DA) to assist our orthodontist for patient care. This is a PART-TIME position.

The ideal person for this role is someone who is respectful, warm and compassionate, organized and adaptable and an excellent problem solver. This vital role greets our patients, displays professionalism, and maintains confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities:

• Provide patient-care services – Welcome and seat patients for orthodontic care. Set up and clean up dental chairs and perform proper infection control protocols during patient care and after. Take diagnostic radiography (PANO/Ceph or CBCT) and digital scanning. Sterilization of dental instruments. Stock each dental chairs with appropriate dental supplies. Organize and manage dental supply inventory. Perform laboratory duties as instructed by our orthodontist.
• Other duties: – Answer phones, take messages and greet patients in the waiting room. Support front desk staff when help is needed. Educate patients on proper OHI and orthodontic care. Keep clinical area, staff room and other areas of the practice suite clean and organized during working hours. Participate in marketing events or activities as requested by practice owner.

Requirements:

• High school diploma and a graduate of accredited Dental Assistant program
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with a team in a fast-paced environment
• Previous clinical experience in orthodontic practices is highly recommended. However, at least two years of working experience as a DA is a must.

About Gold River Orthodontics:

Our private practice is an organization dedicated to personalized patient care where each patient is unique . Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes unity and collaboration . We provide high level of patient care to patients of all ages, mental abilities. We pride ourselves as a place where strong working relationships are built between our team members and our patients. Hourly rate is based on experience.