Orthodontic Assistant
How this pay compares
This posting states $22–$25 an hour. Open dental assistant jobs in California post a median of $27.50 an hour, the middle half $25–$30.03, across 106 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Dental assistants employed in California earn a median of $24.09 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
What California requires of a dental assistant
Board-approved radiation safety course certificate (needed by all dental assistants, and for RDA licensure), from the Dental Board of California.
- Anyone exposing dental x-rays must pass a Board-approved radiation safety course (theory and hands-on technique) first (Bus. & Prof. Code 1656). Registered Dental Assistants also complete other Board-approved courses and exams.
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- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.72x · Clicks 12
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 53.1% · Stating an hourly rate 38.5%
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About the job
Orthodontic Assistant Opportunities – Our Best Life Companies
Grow Your Career with a Team That Feels Like Family
Our Best Life Companies are currently seeking dedicated and motivated Orthodontic Assistants to join our growing team. We offer a supportive work environment along with a comprehensive benefits package, including performance-based bonuses, competitive compensation, flexible scheduling options, and opportunities to work across multiple locations.
Both full-time and part-time positions are available.
Key Responsibilities
As an Orthodontic Assistant at Our Best Life, you will
- Prepare and maintain treatment rooms for orthodontic procedures
- Record and update patients’ medical and dental histories
- Assist the orthodontist during procedures as needed
- Take preliminary impressions and fabricate custom impression trays
- Ensure proper sterilization and disinfection of instruments and equipment
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Minimum of one (1) year of orthodontic assisting experience
Our Best Life Companies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- Current CPR certification
- Active Radiology certification
- Active Ortho Assistant License
From Our Best Life Management's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Our Best Life Management
Our Best Life Management hires dental staff and front-office staff in California and Indiana.
Hires in California, IndianaPay on its listings: 71% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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