Orthodontic Assistant

Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as an Orthodontic Assistant and become a vital part of transforming smiles! In this energetic role, you will support orthodontists in delivering exceptional patient care, ensuring smooth clinical operations, and maintaining a welcoming environment. Your expertise will help patients achieve their best smiles while adhering to the highest standards of infection control and clinical confidentiality. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in pediatric dentistry, general dentistry, and specialized orthodontic procedures within a collaborative setting.

Duties

• Assist orthodontists during patient examinations, adjustments, and procedures using dental instruments and orthodontic equipment.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental tools, and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly according to dental sterilization procedures.
• Take and develop dental x-rays and 3D scans, ensuring proper technique and patient safety in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of medical documentation.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices specific to orthodontic care, including appliance maintenance and oral health instructions for pediatric dentistry.
• Monitor vital signs and assist with medical imaging procedures when necessary to support comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain infection prevention protocols by adhering to healthcare infection prevention and control standards, including aseptic technique and dental sterilization procedures.
• Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient flow, and acting as a dental receptionist to create a positive patient experience.
• Ensure clinical confidentiality policies are strictly followed while handling medical records and sensitive information.
• Assist with dental instrument processing, ensuring all tools are properly cleaned, sterilized, and stored for safe reuse.

Experience

• Prior experience working in a dental clinic environment is preferred, especially within pediatric or general dentistry settings.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and dental equipment operation is essential for effective chairside assisting.
• Familiarity with EMR systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix enhances efficiency in managing patient data.
• Hands-on experience with dental x-ray techniques, including digital imaging and 3D scanning technology.
• Demonstrated understanding of infection control practices specific to healthcare settings, including aseptic technique and sterilization procedures.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting using four-handed dentistry techniques to improve workflow and patient comfort.
• Strong communication skills for educating patients about treatment plans and oral health maintenance.
• Certification in X-ray or radiography is highly desirable; ongoing training in pediatric dentistry or oral surgery is a plus.

Join us as an Orthodontic Assistant where your dedication to patient care combined with your technical expertise will make a lasting impact! We’re committed to supporting your professional growth while providing the highest quality of care in a vibrant team environment.

Pay: $25.37 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person