Clinical Assistant

Georgia School of Orthodontics; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Georgia School of Orthodontics is seeking a Clinical Assistant for a part-time, Saturdays-only role in Atlanta, GA. The position emphasizes patient care, preparation, sterilization, and assisting the dentist with orthodontic procedures.

The ideal candidate will hold an Orthodontic Assistant Certificate and have 5–10 years of chairside experience. The duties include handling instruments, setting up trays, recording treatment information, and assisting in emergencies.

Qualifications

• Must have Orthodontic Assistant Certificate.
• Experience as a chairside assistant is required (5–10 years).
• Ability to assist with orthodontic procedures and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up trays, and assist dentist during procedures.
• Assist with placement and removal of appliances as directed by doctor.
• Record treatment information in patient records.
• Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.

Skills

Chairside assistance

Patient care

Dental imaging

Education

Orthodontic Assistant Certificate

Job description

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Clinical Assistant

Clinic Part Time Atlanta, GA, US

Job Title: Clinical Assistant (Part-time, Saturdays only)

SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient care through clinical duties and administrative tasks while adhering to all legal and regulatory requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or assist dentist during procedures.
• Assist with placement and removal of appliances as directed by doctor.
• Record treatment information in patient records.
• Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.
• Order and monitor supplies and equipment inventory.
• Take and expose dental diagnostic x-rays; prepare scans for lab.
• Maintain accurate and current manuals for documentation of equipment function.
• Assist with training of new team members.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Orthodontic Assistant Certificate and 5-10 years’ experience as a chairside assistant.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently/Continually required to sit, stand, or walk.
• Frequently/Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently/Continually required to talk or hear
• Occasionally work around fumes or airborne particles
• Occasional exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee mustoccasionally lift and /or move more than 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.