Orthodontist Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

ORTHODONIST ASSISTANT

S. CENTRAL ARIZONA

This is a full time, direct hire opportunity working 4/10's week.

$20.00-$26.00 hour - DOE

Orthodontist Assistant will perform basic supportive dental procedures under the supervision of a licensed Orthodontist and perform job functions as defined by the Dental Assisting Board. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 Ensure quality of care by preparing treatment area for patient; cleans, sterilizes and sets
up treatment area, and pulls patient’s chart.
 Prepare patient for treatment by reviewing medical chart, greeting, seating, draping,
taking blood pressure and other vital signs, and communicating information.
 Assure efficiency of Orthodontist by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment
area; positioning instruments for Orthodontist access; suctioning and passing
instruments.
 Assure readiness of materials by selecting, mixing basses/impression materials, placing
materials for use, and setting up digital dentistry equipment.
 Complete coronal polishing, as requested by an Orthodontist.
 Take and develop patient’s x-rays, as requested by Orthodontist and per regulatory and
department protocol and procedures.
 Obtain intra-oral and extra-oral photographs.
 Mount and file dental x-rays per department procedures.
 Obtain digital impressions, as requested by an Orthodontist.
 Removing and placing orthodontic wires, elastic bands, coil springs, as instructed by the
Orthodontist.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
 High School diploma or equivalency.
 X-Ray Certification required.
 Coronal Polishing Certification required.
 Orthodontic Assisting experience preferred.
 Certified Orthodontic Assistant preferred. If not certified - must obtain certification within 60 days of employment.
Company Description

APN Staffing and Employment Solutions is a recruiting firm specialized in working with clients and candidates in the healthcare and automotive industry. While hiring employees can be an extremely rewarding experience, it takes time and attention that companies don’t often have.

Since 1991, APN has placed over 15,000 candidates by listening to the needs, personality and style of clients and candidates to find the right fit for the team. Working with companies of all sizes in the private, non-profit and government sectors to provide permanent placements, temporary-to-permanent placements and contract staffing, APN prides itself on our ability to retain client and candidate relationships. What was originally a small business with one employee specializing in the automotive industry is now a profitable company spanning multiple industries, working with clients and candidates across the country.

Nearly 30 years later, our mission still stands strong – “To provide our clients with the best”, and we will do that for you with honesty and integrity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please contact us for more information!

Company Description

APN Staffing and Employment Solutions is a recruiting firm specialized in working with clients and candidates in the healthcare and automotive industry. While hiring employees can be an extremely rewarding experience, it takes time and attention that companies don’t often have. \r\n\r\nSince 1991, APN has placed over 15,000 candidates by listening to the needs, personality and style of clients and candidates to find the right fit for the team. Working with companies of all sizes in the private, non-profit and government sectors to provide permanent placements, temporary-to-permanent placements and contract staffing, APN prides itself on our ability to retain client and candidate relationships. What was originally a small business with one employee specializing in the automotive industry is now a profitable company spanning multiple industries, working with clients and candidates across the country. \r\n\r\nNearly 30 years later, our mission still stands strong – “To provide our clients with the best”, and we will do that for you with honesty and integrity.\r\n\r\nWe are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.\r\n\r\nPlease contact us for more information!