- Flexible
- Committed
- Improvement focused
- Team focused
- Fun
- Curious
- Relationship focused
- Listeners who relate with people
- Self-Starters
- Eager to learn new skills
- Assists in placing and removing orthodontic appliances.
- Takes X-Rays/Scans Creates molds and impressions of patients' teeth for the fabrication of retainers
- May photograph patients to document progress
- Maintains accurate records of patients' oral health histories and treatment progress
- Ensures all orthodontic instruments and equipment are properly sterilized before each use
- Treats patient as an honored guest and provides unforgettable experience
- Assists orthodontists by preparing for procedures, laying out instruments, and keeping patient's mouths dry with suction tool
- Communicates any problem areas regarding patient progress to Orthodontist
- Educates patients (and parents) on proper oral hygiene practices and braces aftercare
- Learns and becomes proficient in EMR usage
- Works with team and patients to coordinate scheduling
- Cross trains in front office duties and fills-in as necessary
- Makes adjustments to patient braces, brackets and bands as directed by Orthodontist
- Accompanies patient from waiting area to chair while engaging in conversation
- Communicates effectively and respectfully to Doctor and team
- Ability to demonstrate reliability and responsiveness to patients and team
- Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Establish and maintain good working relationships with various stakeholder groups
- Works collaboratively with administrative functions
- Shares and receives information, concerns and feedback in a supportive manner
- Ability to participate towards a common goal, reinforcing individual capabilities
- Practice shared accountability with other team members Ability to show empathy
- High School Diploma or GED
- Computer experience
- Flexible Schedule
- RDA and or CA Certification Associate's Degree in related field
- CPR Certification
- 1-2 years recent experience in dental environment
- Competitive benefits package including PTO, health/vision/dental insurance, and company paid STD/LTD
- Robust 401k plan, including a company match up to 4%
- Sitting, standing, walking for much of the day
- Manual dexterity Lifting up to 30 pounds (may exceed this amount at times in emergency patient situations)
- Bending and reaching
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Description
Practice DescriptionJob Description
We are a state-of-the-art orthodontic practice that prides itself on clinical excellence while providing an exceptional patient experience. Our team is comprised of individuals who are self-starters, empathetic, energetic, and truly understand how to "wow" a patient. We build strong relationships with our patients, our communities, and each other - one smile at a time.
Role: Clinical Assistant (Orthodontic/Dental Assistant)
Job Type: Non-exempt
Reports To: Doctor & Practice Manager
Pay Range: $ $23.00 hourly
Description: Clinical Assistants provide chairside assistance to Orthodontists and ensure that patients are well-informed about orthodontic procedures and braces aftercare. They prepare for appointments, sterilize orthodontic tools and adjust patients' braces under the direction of the Orthodontist. They engage in relationship with each patient and ensure a special experience for each patient they touch.
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