Ortho Registered Dental Assistant

Kids Care Dental And Orthodontics; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Kids Care Dental And Orthodontics in San Jose, CA is seeking an Ortho Registered Dental Assistant to join our patient-focused team. The role supports orthodontists, prepares treatment areas, and ensures a warm, fun experience for every patient.

You will bond and debond braces, take X-rays, manage ortho records, and help control supplies while upholding HIPAA and OSHA compliance. A current RDA license with CPR and 1–2 years of orthodontic experience are required; travel to other offices may be

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of recent orthodontic experience.
• Current and active RDA license and CPR.
• Energetic, patient-focused and child-friendly.
• Excellent communication and ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to travel to other offices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment areas and assist orthodontists.
• Take and manage X-rays and ortho records.
• Assist in bonding and debonding procedures.
• Maintain infection control and HIPAA compliance.
• Provide outstanding customer service and comfort to patients.

Skills

Ortho experience

CPR certified

Customer service

Multitasking

Education

Current RDA license

CPR certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: San Jose, CA 95129

Salary Range: $30.00 - $32.00 Hourly, ORTHO REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Reports To: Patient Care Leader

Position Status: Non-exempt

The Role

The primary duty of the Ortho Registered Dental Assistant is to assist in the overall delivery of orthodontic care and to be an integral part of the overall patient care team by consistently delivering the most memorable and fun service experience possible for every patient, every day in every office.

The Essential Job Elements

• Prepare treatment area for patient by following procedures and protocols
• Prepare patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting and seating patient
• Assist the doctor in the bonding and debonding of patients
• Perform a variety of orthodontic adjustments
• Perform and store ortho records in consideration with company policy
• Perform dental infection control procedures
• Take x-rays
• Perform all lab related procedures
• Hand off patient at check -out
• Complete care calls and thank you cards
• Assist in managing and controlling supply inventory
• Document dental care services by charting in patient records
• Maintain strict compliance with all pertinent laws and regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, ADA, Dental Board, etc…)
• Maintain safe and clean working environment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Desired Profile/Background

• Must have a minimum of 1-2 years of RECENT Ortho experience
• Must have current and active RDA license and current CPR
• Upbeat personality is a MUST
• Loves working with children
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Clean, neat professional appearance
• Knowledge of Dentrix a plus
• Travel to other office locations is required