Ortho Dental Assistant I

REEVES DDS AND LA VALLEY DDS A DENTAL CORPORATION; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

REEVES DDS AND LA VALLEY DDS A DENTAL CORPORATION in Roseville, CA is seeking an Ortho Dental Assistant I to support the orthodontist in delivering high-quality care and to work independently to create a welcoming, fun experience for every patient.

You will take digital x-rays, educate families on oral hygiene, prepare the treatment area, and help manage supplies while complying with HIPAA, OSHA and other regulations. CPR and certification requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Current and active CPR certification is required.
• Dental Assistant Certification is required.
• Infection Control Certificate is required.
• Radiation Certificate is required.
• Upbeat personality is a MUST.
• Loves working with children and is patient-focused.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontist in delivering oral care.
• Take digital x-rays.
• Prepare treatment area and office opening/closing duties.
• Educate parents about oral hygiene and child oral health.
• Hand off patient at check-out.
• Manage and control supply inventory.

Skills

CPR certification

Excellent customer service

Patient-focused

Team player

Multi-tasking ability

Attention to detail

Dentrix knowledge

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

Infection Control Certificate

Radiation Certificate

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

ORTHO DENTAL ASSISTANT IPOSITION DESCRIPTIONReports To: Practice ManagerPosition Status: Non-exemptThe RoleThe primary duty of the Ortho Dental Assistant I is to assist the Orthodontist in the overall delivery of oral care as well as work independently to provide outstanding patient care. The Ortho Dental Assistant I will be an integral part of the patient care team by consistently delivering the most memorable and fun service experience possible for every patient, every day!The Essential Job ElementsPrepare office with daily opening and closing dutiesPrepare treatment area for patient by following procedures and protocolsPrepare patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting and seating patientTake digital x-raysEducate parents about oral hygiene and their child’s oral healthHand off patient at check -outComplete care calls and thank you cardsAssist in managing and controlling supply inventoryMaintain strict compliance with all pertinent laws and regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, ADA, Dental Board)Maintain safe and clean working environmentOther duties as assignedDesired Profile/BackgroundMust have current and active CPR certificationMust have Dental Assistant Certification – requiredInfection Control Certificate – requiredRadiation Certificate – requiredUpbeat personality is a MUSTLoves working with childrenPatient focused, team playerExcellent customer service skillsAbility to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environmentStrong attention to detailKnowledge of Dentrix a plusTravel to other office locations as required