Orthodontic Assistant - Duong Orthodontics

Corus Orthodontists; Manteca (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health spending account

401(k) with employer matching

Employee assistance program

Complimentary orthodontic treatment

Uniform allowance

Learning assistance program ($500/year

Job summary

Corus Orthodontists in Manteca, CA, seeks an Orthodontic Assistant to support clinicians and deliver exceptional patient experiences. The position is part‑time, offering 16 to 24 hours per week across Mon–Thu, with opportunities for growth within a large network.

Qualified candidates will hold a Certified Dental Assistant Certificate and a Radiology License. Training is available for the right person; prior orthodontic experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistant Certificate is required.
• Radiology License is required to take x‑rays.
• Willing to train the right candidate; experience is preferred.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for treatment, welcome and seat them, and build rapport.
• Assist the orthodontist with consultations and procedures; sterilize instruments.
• Take x-rays, photos, impressions, and intraoral scans.
• Provide patient instruction/education and report to parents/guardians.
• Maintain detailed patient records and communicate with referring dentists.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Education

Certified Dental Assistant Certificate

Radiology License

Tools

Orthodontic software systems

Job description

At Corus, you'll enjoy the close-knit culture of a local practice with the opportunities, support, and career growth of a leading orthodontic network.

Are you passionate about creating exceptional patient experiences and helping people achieve their dream smiles? Duong Orthodontics is seeking an enthusiastic Orthodontic Assistant to join our thriving practice in Manteca, CA.

What Sets Us Apart

At Duong Orthodontics, we’re more than an orthodontic practice—we’re a community that values support, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of Corus Orthodontists, a growing network of over 50 practices across North America, we offer:

• A Supportive Environment with Community Focus: Work in a positive, collaborative workplace where team members lift each other up. Build strong relationships with patients and the communities we proudly serve.
• Commitment to Excellence: Provide quality care in every patient interaction while enjoying ongoing growth opportunities, including $500 in annual learning assistance for team members working 20+ hours per week.
• Compensation & Perks That Count: Team members working 20+ hours per week enjoy a competitive total rewards package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; a health spending account; a 401(k) with employer matching; and an employee assistance program. Additional perks include complimentary orthodontic treatment for you and your immediate family, and a uniform allowance. $22.00 to $26.00 per hour based on experience.
• Work-Life Balance: A part time position with a schedule of 16-24 hours per week working two to three days a week Monday through Thursday.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Creating Exceptional First Impressions – Prepare patients for treatment by welcoming, comforting, and seating the patient. Build positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers to ensure the targeted outcome treatment remains on schedule.
• Provide Exceptional Clinical Care – Assist Orthodontist with consultations and all stages of orthodontic procedures, clean/disinfect operatories and sterilize instruments and devices, and take x-rays, photos, impressions, and intraoral scans.
• Patient Education – Provide patient instruction/education and provide reports to parents/guardians.
• Practice Growth – Build positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers to ensure the targeted outcome treatment remains on schedule.
• Professional Communication – Generate correspondence for referring dentists and maintain detailed patient records.

The Teammate We’re Looking For

• Certified Dental Assistant Certificate required
• Radiology License required to take x-rays.
• Willing to train the right candidate, but experience is preferred.
• Good understanding of relevant health and safety regulations.
• Proficiency with orthodontic/dental management software systems is preferred but not required.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills, with a proven ability to build strong relationships and rapport with patients, parents, doctors, fellow team members and the community.
• Keen attention-to-detail and time management skills.

Ready to join a team that values excellence, integrity, and community?

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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