- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Los Alamos, NM
Job Description
Job Summary
The orthodontic dental assistant's responsibilities include taking directions from the Doctor, cleaning and polishing patientsââ¬â¢ teeth before placing braces, removing patientsââ¬â¢ braces upon completion of orthodontic treatments. Assistants should also anticipate which instruments and tools are needed on hand during patient appointments.
To be successful as an orthodontic dental assistant, you should have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Ultimately, an exceptional orthodontic dental assistant should be able to demonstrate patience, work with efficiency, as well as having excellent communication and organization.
Responsibilities and Duties
Assisting the doctor chairside using 4 handed dentistry.
Ensure all instruments and equipment are properly sterilized
Maintain accurate records of patient care and treatment progress
Take Extraoral Radiographs and intraoral photos
Anticipate the needs of the patient and the doctor throughout the procedure
Change Color Ties, Fit Bands, Impressions, Digital Impression Scanning, Change Wires
Educate patients on proper dental hygiene
3D printing digital workflow and lab fabrication of orthodontic appliances
Qualifications and Skills
Good manual dexterity.
Excellent organizational skills.
Effective communication skills.
Company Benefits and Perks
401k contributions and matching
64 Hours Accrued Paid Time Off
After 5 years employees are eligible for 96 hours paid time off
Career Growth Opportunities
6 Paid Holidays
Average of 58 hours per pay period (off every other Monday and Friday)
Part time job opportunities also available
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