Part-Time Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Part-Time Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Deerwood Orthodontics - Glendale (Bayshore Center)
Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Deerwood Orthodontics
- Glendale is looking for a Part-Time Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our team. We are a patient-focused orthodontic practice committed to providing exceptional care in a welcoming, fast-paced environment. We are seeking a dependable, positive team member who is passionate about patient care and enjoys working collaboratively with a dedicated orthodontic team.

• Wednesday: 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM (9.25 hours)
• Thursday: 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM (9.25 hours)
• Friday: 7:45 AM - 4:00 PM (8.25 hours)

Expected weekly hours: Approximately 27 hours per week

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to grow your orthodontic and clinical skills
• Access to Heartland Dental's network of resources and support

• Orthodontic chairside assisting experience preferred
• General dental experience is a plus
• Experience with Ortho2 Edge (Ortho Edge) practice management software preferred
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and patient education
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment

We are looking for someone who:

• Is punctual and dependable
• Demonstrates dedication and commitment to their role
• Adapts well to change and evolving office needs
• Works effectively as a team player
• Has a positive attitude and strong communication skills
• Provides excellent patient care and customer service
• Maintains attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Assist the orthodontist during clinical procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure instruments are properly sterilized
• Take digital X-rays and orthodontic records as needed
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and appliance care
• Maintain accurate patient documentation
• Support overall clinical flow and patient experience

• Dental Assistant experience required
• Orthodontic assisting experience preferred
• Current dental assisting credentials as required by state regulations
• CPR certification preferred

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies.

All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.

As a Dental Assistant
, you’ll enjoy state of the art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history in order to provide quality care
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
• Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
• Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
• Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed
• Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays,and PTO (paid time off)
• Front loaded education and training, providing…