Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Walton Orthodontics - Eugene, OR

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Eugene, OR

Job Description

Come Join the Smiling Team at Walton Orthodontics!
Walton Orthodontics is seeking a highly motivated and friendly Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our busy orthodontic practice. We are looking for someone who enjoys hands-on treatment, has experience working with teens/pre-teens, and is dedicated to providing excellent customer service.
This is a full-time position with workdays from Monday - Friday. Prior orthodontic experience is preferred but not required.
JOB SUMMARY: As an Orthodontic Dental Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to provide clinical care and ensure a positive experience for our patients. This includes welcoming patients to the office, seating them, reading their charts, and setting up for the doctor. You will also be responsible for checking patients' treatment progress, advising the doctor on oral health, fitting orthodontic bands and brackets, tying arch wires, taking impressions, assisting in cementing bands and bonding brackets, and maintaining proper cleaning and sterilization practices. Effective communication with patients to educate and motivate them throughout the treatment process is crucial.
We would love to have you as part of our team....At Walton Orthodontics, we are more than just an orthodontic practice – we are a family of dedicated team members with a passion to create beautiful, confident smiles! We are seeking a fun, energetic, and detail-oriented Orthodontic Assistant to join our team and help us make our patients' journeys as pleasant and memorable as their new smiles.

We would love to meet you!
Come join us to work in a supportive and professional atmosphere with a purpose to care for our patients and celebrate their new smiles.

Apply today and start your journey toward a fulfilling and fun career.

Requirements
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Prior orthodontic experience and clinical proficiency with a variety of orthodontic appliances is preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency in fitting bands and brackets, tying arch wires, and taking accurate impressions.
Good computer skills are necessary.
Excellent oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills are required.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment, contributing to a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail to ensure high standards of patient care and record accuracy.

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance


Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person

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