Orthodontic Assistant

We are seeking a positive and professional

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Assists are empowered to educate and communicate withour patients on treatment and procedures while using the latest state of the arttechnologiestoprovide patients with the best careand experience.

We invest in our employee's growth and development through cross training in several dentalspecialtiesfor a more well-rounded experience. .Our Ortho dontic

Assistants get toworkhands onwith the doctors,i nprovidingexceptionalcare for our patients.

• Assist doctors in all dental procedures andortho treatment s
• Sterilize,,disinfect,and prepare instruments andequipmentfor patient treatment
• Check all patientdentalappliances prior toadjustmentand remove if necessary
• Assist with bonding,banding,debonding,and coronal polishing procedures
• Assistin adjustments including wire changes, tie changes, placing separators,andbite stops
• Complete x-raysandintra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner
• Educate patients on general oral healthcare as directed by thedoctor
• Present treatment to patients based on Doctor recommendations
• Record patient charting and all the d doctor’s notes in the digital patient chart as directed
• Maintain inventory and supplies
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA, and Risaspolicies and practices)
• Anyadditional duties andresponsibilitiesasassigned

• Bilingual in Spanish/English
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Dental Assisting Certificate preferred
• X-ray certification or ability to obtain within 3months of hire
• Coronal polish certification preferred
• 1-2years' experience as an Orthodontic Assistant preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Must have asuperior knowledge of dent al clinical operations and terminology
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the doctor and patients
• Must havea warm friendly, outgoing personality and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment and lend support, as a team player,to teammates as needed.

Risas Dental and Braces offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12-hour shifts, 3 days a week
• Medical and vision benefits
• Free dental services
• Reimbursement for X-ray and Coronal Polish Exams
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuitionreimbursementopportunities
• And many other ancillary benefits

The working environment is fun, fast paced, challenging, and rewarding with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Join us in this work. Begin a career that is full of meaning andvalue.