Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Part Time

Dentrust Optimized Care Solutions; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dentrust Optimized Care Solutions in Glendale, AZ is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to support orthodontic care in a state-of-the-art practice. You will apply orthodontic techniques, take impressions, utilize Itero scanning, assist with Invisalign and 6-month Smiles, and help prepare patients for procedures.

This role emphasizes patient rapport, precise communication, sterilization, infection control, and proper disposal of biohazards, as well as using dental software and completing

Qualifications

• Must have orthodontic experience and relevant certifications.
• Experience with dental software and equipment.
• Ability to comply with infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Apply orthodontic techniques including tie bands, bonding, and standard braces
• Perform impressions and utilize Itero scanning technology
• Assist with Invisalign and 6-month Smiles procedures
• Build rapport with patients and prepare them for dental work
• Maintain excellent verbal and written communication
• Operate dental software and equipment proficiently
• Set up and break down procedures, including proper disposal of biohazards
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
• Adhere to all infection control procedures
• Complete daily and monthly clerical reporting

Skills

Orthodontic experience

Patient communication

Sterilization procedures

Education

Dental Assistant License

DANB Certification

X-Ray Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Description

Join our state-of-the-art dental practice where we focus on building lasting relationships with our patients while providing exceptional orthodontic care. Be part of a team that values expertise, innovation, and patient satisfaction.

Schedule

One Saturday a month: 7:45 AM - 4:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Apply orthodontic techniques including tie bands, bonding, and standard braces
• Perform impressions and utilize Itero scanning technology
• Assist with Invisalign and 6-month Smiles procedures
• Build rapport with patients and prepare them for dental work
• Maintain excellent verbal and written communication
• Operate dental software and equipment proficiently
• Set up and break down procedures, including proper disposal of biohazards
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
• Adhere to all infection control procedures
• Complete daily and monthly clerical reporting

Requirements

• Current Dental Assistant License / DANB certification
• Minimum of 2 years of orthodontic experience
• X-Ray Certification
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Must have or be willing to obtain a Real ID prior to starting
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation

If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo background check (including criminal record check) and drug screening. We use E-Verify in our hiring process.

DOCS Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.