Licensed Orthodontic Assistant

Pesh Orthodontics; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

Pesh Orthodontics in Murrieta, CA is seeking a licensed orthodontic assistant to join our high-energy practice. You will deliver hands-on chairside care, support patient progress, and help maintain top-tier hygiene and efficiency.

This role emphasizes direct patient interaction, accuracy, and teamwork within a modern clinic that blends clinical excellence with warm, family-centered service. Active RDA or OA license and California certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Active California RDA or OA license and required certifications.
• Strong patient-care skills with ability to guide patients through treatment.
• Calm, focused, proactive during busy clinic hours.
• Clear, warm communication with patients and parents.
• Detail-oriented with high standards for cleanliness and accuracy.
• Team player who supports clinic operations and goes where needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside orthodontic assistance during adjustments and fittings.
• Take diagnostic records including digital intraoral scans, photos, and x-rays.
• Educate patients and parents on treatment progress and hygiene.
• Manage sterilization workflows and OSHA compliance with speed and precision.
• Prepare, stock, and maintain clean treatment bays between patients.
• Ensure efficient patient flow while delivering VIP-level care in the chair.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Infection control

Education

California RDA/OA License

X-Ray Certification

Coronal Polishing Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

What You’ll Step Into

• A high-energy, fast-paced orthodontic practice dedicated to creating incredible smiles and unforgettable patient experiences.
• A supportive, high-performance team culture where everyone takes ownership, brings positive energy, and lifts each other up.
• A modern clinical setting where top-tier patient care meets 5-star customer service.

Who You Are

You’re a licensed clinical professional who blends technical skill with a genuine passion for people:

• Holds an active RDA license or Orthodontic Assistant (OA) permit, along with required certifications (X-Ray, Coronal Polishing).
• Thrives in direct patient care and loves guiding patients through their smile transformations.
• Stays calm, focused, and proactive during busy clinic hours.
• Communicates clearly and warmly with both patients and parents.
• Takes pride in precision, efficiency, and maintaining impeccable clinical standards.
• A true team player who steps in wherever needed to keep the clinic running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our clinical team, you will deliver hands-on orthodontic care and elevate every patient's visit:

• Provide direct chairside clinical assistance during orthodontic adjustments, bondings, archwire changes, debonds, and appliance fittings.
• Take accurate diagnostic records, including digital intraoral scans, 3D imaging, photos, and x-rays.
• Educate patients and parents on treatment progress, oral hygiene, and appliance maintenance.
• Manage sterilization workflows, infection control, and OSHA compliance with speed and precision.
• Prepare, stock, and maintain clean, organized treatment bays between patients.
• Ensure efficient patient flow while making every person in your chair feel like a VIP.

Non-Negotiables

• Active California RDA / OA License and required certifications.
• Dependable, punctual, and ready to move with energy every day.
• Detail-oriented mindset with high standards for clinical cleanliness and accuracy.
• Solution-focused attitude with a commitment to continuous growth and learning.

Who This Is Perfect For

• An experienced or newly licensed Orthodontic Assistant looking for a supportive, team-centered clinic where your skills and positive energy are valued.
• A patient-focused assistant who loves clinical excellence, team collaboration, and transforming smiles.