Orthodontic Dental Assistant — Patient Care & Radiography

Salt Dental Partners; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Career growth opportunities

Mentorship program

Job summary

Salt Dental Partners is seeking an orthodontic assistant with at least 6 months of practical experience. You will take radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos, assist the orthodontist, and maintain a clean, sterile treatment area.

We offer a supportive environment with modern facilities and opportunities for mentorship and career growth. CPR/BCLS certification is required, CODA-accredited program preferred.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of practical experience as an orthodontic assistant.
• CPR or BCLS certification.
• Completion of a CODA-accredited dental assisting program (preferred).
• Strong teamwork and professional integrity.
• Excellent communication and organization.
• Proficient with dental terminology and charting processes.
• Experience with dental software for charting, records, scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and ensure comfort before, during, and after appointments.
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos.
• Prepare and sterilize treatment rooms and equipment.
• Provide chair-side assistance to providers during procedures.
• Document orthodontic care in patient records.
• Assist the orthodontist with treatment planning and adjustments.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, patient-centered environment.
• Comply with OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, DOL and clinic policies.

Skills

CPR/BCLS

Communication skills

Team player

Punctuality

Problem-solving

Education

CODA-accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Dental charting software

Scheduling software

Job description

Salt Dental Partners is seeking an orthodontic assistant with at least 6 months of practical experience. You will take radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos, assist the orthodontist, and maintain a clean, sterile treatment area.

We offer a supportive environment with modern facilities and opportunities for mentorship and career growth. CPR/BCLS certification is required, CODA-accredited program preferred.