Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant

Dental Associates of Northern Alabama; Fairview (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Dental Associates of North AL Decatur & Children's is seeking a full-time Orthodontic/Dental Assistant to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced dental assistant looking to expand their skills in both general dentistry and orthodontics.

Responsibilities include assisting the doctor during dental and orthodontic procedures, preparing and maintaining treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, taking dental records, X-rays and impressions, and educating patients on

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience.
• Orthodontic experience preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn and grow in orthodontic setting.
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills.
• Team-oriented and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor during dental and orthodontic procedures.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms.
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control protocols.
• Take dental records, X-rays, and impressions as needed.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and orthodontic care.
• Provide exceptional patient care and support.

Skills

Dental assisting

Orthodontic experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

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Orthodontic Assistant / Dental Assistant

Dental Associates of North AL Decatur & Children's is seeking a full-time Ortho/Dental Assistant to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity for an experienced dental assistant looking to expand their skills in both general dentistry and orthodontics.

• Status: Full-Time


• Location: Dental Associates of North AL Decatur & Children's

Schedule

• Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM


• Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM


• Thursday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM


• Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

What We're Looking For

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience


• Orthodontic experience is preferred but not required


• Willingness to learn and grow in an orthodontic setting


• Positive attitude and strong communication skills


• Team-oriented and dependable

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor during dental and orthodontic procedures


• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms


• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control protocols


• Take dental records, X-rays, and impressions as needed
  
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and orthodontic care


• Provide exceptional patient care and support

Why Join Us?

If you're looking for a supportive team environment where you can develop your orthodontic skills, we'd love to meet you. Dr. Rathel is willing to train the right candidate who has a strong dental assisting background and a desire to learn orthodontics.