Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Overview

Orthodontic  Dental Assistant

Excellent Career Opportunity - Training program offered for OA certification ( contact us for more information on this great program offered)

If you have Orthodontic Assistant experience come and join a fun and friendly Orthodontic office in Chico CA. We offer great benefits, good pay and a fabulous fun and friendly staff to work with.

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. 

We work with Pediatric Dentists, Orthodontists and Anesthesiologists - excellent career opportunity to grow in your dental career. Fun and friendly dental practice in Chico - come and join us 

Summary: The Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the Dental Practice Act. 

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 balance 
• Professional and personal growth 
• Experienced leadership support 
• Fun and supportive team dynamic with events and celebrations 
• Comprehensive benefit package - Medical, dental, vision, 401K, Paid PTO, 

Pay Range: $22.00 -$26.00  (based on Experience)

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Assists the doctor in Ortho procedures 

• Operated x-ray equipment and takes x-rays 
• Prophy teeth 
• Instructs patients on oral hygiene 
• Chart and treatment plan with doctor 
• Sterilizes instruments 

• Setup and prepares rooms for Ortho  treatment 
• Take IO's 
• Charting 

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:  

• Certification from a dental college OR 3+ months related experience and/or training OR Equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:  

• Dental Assistant 
• X-Ray Certification 

• Coronal Polish Certification required  
• Current BLS certification
• Ortho experience needed