Job Type
Salaita Orthodontics is excited to add an orthodontic assistant with EDFA certification to join our enthusiastic, caring team. We see patients Monday-Thursday for an average of 32-36 hours/week. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Join our team of dedicated professionals in providing quality orthodontic care to our patients. Apply now!
Schedule
- Monday to Thursday
- 32-36 hours/week
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms and equipment for orthodontic procedures.
- Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
- Provide chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures such as fitting bands, O-tie, and space chain ligation during adjustments, indirect bonding, and seating orthodontic appliances such as expanders and lingually bonded retainers.
- Use a high-speed handpiece to remove orthodontic adhesive.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records including intra-oral photos, radiographs, and iTero digital scans.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as an orthodontic assistant preferred, but not required.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
