Orthodontic Dental Assistant — Chairside & Lab Expert

SEARHC; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

SEARHC seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists with direct patient care across age groups while maintaining daily clinic operations in Southeast Alaska.

Primary duties include patient prep, chair-side assistance, instrument preparation, basic lab work, and equipment maintenance. Strong communication, meticulous record-keeping, and adherence to infection control are essential values in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CPR certificate preferred.
• BLS required within 90 days of start.
• Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every 3 years.
• High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every year.

Responsibilities

• Greet, seat and prepare patient in appropriate treatment operatory.
• Prepare operatory in advance of appointment with instruments and supplies.
• Assist at chair-side using 4-handed techniques and provide post-care instructions.
• Record examination results and complete progress notes.
• Perform basic lab procedures including custom acrylic trays and occlusal guards.
• Maintain operatories, lab, sterilization and tray setup areas.
• Prepare and maintain trays, instrument packs and supplies.
• Perform routine maintenance of dental equipment.
• Take impressions and bite registrations.
• Place and remove orthodontic ligatures and appliances as directed.

Skills

Chair side dental assisting

Dental radiology

Infection control

Oral and written communication

Hand-eye coordination

Organizational skills

Patient and staff communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

BLS within 90 days

Clinical Competency within 3 months

High Risk Competency within 3 months

Job description

SEARHC seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists with direct patient care across age groups while maintaining daily clinic operations in Southeast Alaska.

Primary duties include patient prep, chair-side assistance, instrument preparation, basic lab work, and equipment maintenance. Strong communication, meticulous record-keeping, and adherence to infection control are essential values in this role.