Orthodontic Assistant

Orthodontic Assistant

360 Orthodontics is looking for a reliable Orthodontic Assistant at our Santa Ana, CA location. Santa Ana, CA: 12 days a month Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays.

We value team members who:

• Show up consistently and on-time.
• Get along well with others and have a supportive, team-player attitude.
• Possess a strong attention to detail and desire to get things done quickly.
• Adapt well to a fast-paced environment where changes occur frequently.

Some benefits we offer:

• Medical, dental, vision, AD&D, and other benefits (available after 60 days of employment).
• Paid sick leave and 401k retirement plans offered for eligible employees.
• Orthodontics care included! Need braces? Our qualified team members receive complimentary orthodontics treatment.
• We will provide training on our practice management software, computer systems, and other tools.
• Free access to pro-tier Gemini AI chat and other productivity tools for business and personal use.

Requirements and skills:

• X-Ray Certification
• DA, OA, or RDA Certification
• X-rays and photos
• CPR and/or BLS certification
• Chair side assisting
• Charting
• Setting up/breaking down chairs
• Sterilization
• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances.
• Full records including taking panos, cephs, photos.
• Prepare and arrange needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures.
• Bonding banding, de-bonding, making clear retainer, impressions.

The following skills are important to us as well:

• 3D Scanning (itero)
• Spanish fluency
• Dental Health Maintenance
• Use of Dental Technology
• Infection Control
• Patient Services
• Creating a Safe, Effective Environment
• Excellent Listening Skills
• Teamwork Focus
• Excellent Bedside Manner
• Health Promotion and Maintenance
• Use of Medical Technologies
• Performing Diagnostic Procedures

Team members are eligible for our bi-weekly bonus program after 30 days of employment and when other eligibility conditions are met.

Compensation: $21.00 - $29.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.