Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Orthodontic Dental AssistantThe Orthodontic Dental Assistant supports orthodontic care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the Colorado dental standards.At CHOICE Healthcare Services, our mission is to provide everyone access to the healthcare they need. CHOICE is the largest provider of pediatric dental care in the Southwest United States, and we pride ourselves on delivering high quality care to children in our communities.What we provide to you as a CHOICE teammate:Care for your wellbeing and work-life balanceProfessional and personal growthExperienced leadership supportFun and supportive team dynamic with events and celebrationsComprehensive benefits packageResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Assists the doctor in proceduresTakes x-raysInstructs patients on oral hygieneSterilizes instrumentsSets up/breakdown and prepares rooms for treatment/hygieneQualificationsEducation and/or Experience:Certification from a dental college OR three to six months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience, preferredRequired Certificates or Licenses:Colorado X-Ray certificationCurrent BLS certification