Dental Assistant 1

Company: Loma Linda University Medical Center
Facility: Loma Linda University at Loma Linda
Department: Orthodontics

Job Summary: Daily work schedule involves primarily CBCT aquisitions and report productions also includes standard functions ofseating patients, taking orthodontic records and x-rays, dismissing patients, and assisting doctors with Orthodontic procedures. Performs other duties as needed. Job Specifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a certified dental assisting program required. Relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of education. Minimum of 1 year dental assisting experience required. X-ray experience including cone beam experience preferred. Two years orthodontic back office experience preferred. Must be trained and functional to serve as a cranio-facial assistant. Current CPR certification, x-ray license, and Hepatitis B vaccination required. RDA certification preferred. ODA certification preferred. Hand eye coordination, hand dexterity, and manual skills are required. Familiar with data management for Zero Base, Ortho II, and Sirona x-ray and photos. Knowledgeable in orthodontic procedures and knowledge of orthodontic materials. Knowledgeable in digital radiographic procedures, equipment usage, taking and processing radiographs, and set up and breakdown of dark room procedures. Knowledgeable in four-handed dentistry procedures and dental material and their usage to avoid unnecessary waste of products. Basic assisting skills with strong hand dexterity in fingers and forearm. Ability to bend orthodontic wires and placing and removing brackets and bands. Must be able to place ligature ties and arch wires and bands. Ability to maintain great flexibility due to many interruptions, prioritizing, motivation, and organizational skills critical for follow through and completion of all duties. Full-Time AM/PM HS Diploma or equivalent 1-2 years