Lead Orthodontic Clinician

Dana E. Fender DMD PC d/b/a Smile Doctors of Illinois; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision and life保险

Short and long-term disabilitycoverage

401(k) plan

2 weeks paid time off + holidays

Discounts on braces and clear aligners

Job summary

Smile Doctors of Illinois is seeking a Clinical Lead to join our growing orthodontic team. Under the Orthodontist’s supervision, you’ll help manage clinical operations, patient flow, and ensure a positive patient experience.

You’ll lead clinical staff, assign daily tasks, resolve issues affecting care, monitor remote patient scans, and ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and state boards. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Orthodontic Clinician II experience or external equivalent preferred.
• Dental Assistant certification may be required by state Dental Board.
• Radiography certification may be required by state Dental Board.
• CPR certification may be required by state Dental Board.

Responsibilities

• Assists with ensuring a positive patient experience and smooth flow of operations within the clinic.
• Under the direction and supervision of an Orthodontist, adheres to company policies, state dental laws, rules, and regulations.
• Leads, supports, coaches, and develops clinical team members
• Responsible for assigning daily & monthly clinical tasks
• Resolves any issues which may impact patient care and operational efficiencies
• Maintains smooth clinical flow
• Assists in placing and removing orthodontic appliances
• Performs accurate and efficient procedures to maintain the schedule and patient flow
• Performs final checks on patients and leads patient flow
• Manages remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, direct patient messages and triage notifications
• Ensures compliance with OSHA, HIPAA and State Dental Board regulations

Skills

Prioritization

Communication

Active listening

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant certification (state requirements)

Radiography certification (state requirements)

CPR certification (state requirements)

Job description

Smile Doctors of Illinois is seeking a Clinical Lead to join our growing orthodontic team. Under the Orthodontist’s supervision, you’ll help manage clinical operations, patient flow, and ensure a positive patient experience.

You’ll lead clinical staff, assign daily tasks, resolve issues affecting care, monitor remote patient scans, and ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and state boards. Competitive salary and benefits offered.