Dental Assistant - Famil Orthodontic Center - La Mirada, CA

Our busy, fast-paced dental practice is looking for an energetic and versatile Dental Assistant to join our team! We pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional level of patient care, and we are looking for a team player who can seamlessly support both our clinical and administrative operations. In this role, you will primarily focus on back-office clinical support, but you will also jump in to assist our front-office team with insurance verification and administrative tasks during downtime. Key Responsibilities: Clinical Support: Prepare patients for treatments, sterilize and disinfect instruments, and set up treatment rooms efficiently. Hygiene Assistance: Assist with basic dental hygiene tasks and chairside duties as needed. Front Office Coverage: During "down days" or slower periods, assist the front desk with checking dental insurance eligibility, answering phones, and other administrative tasks. Radiography: Take high-quality dental X-rays in compliance with state regulations. Requirements & Qualifications: Certifications: Active Dental X-ray certification is required . Education: High school diploma/equivalent and a certification or associate degree from an accredited dental assisting program. Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required to best serve our patient community. Tech Skills: Strong computer literacy and comfort using computers for a variety of tasks (scheduling, digital charting, and insurance verification). Soft Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, a consistently professional appearance, and a warm, positive attitude. To Apply: If you are a motivated Dental Assistant who loves providing great patient care and enjoys a dynamic, multi-tasking environment, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume for consideration. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $22.25 - $23.41 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Work Location: In person

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