Orthodontic Assistant

Smile Doctors; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Brace discounts

Job summary

Prairie View Orthodontics in Aurora, IL, part of the Smile Doctors family, is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician I to join our growing team. This role delivers positive clinical experiences while adhering to policies and state laws under close supervision of an Orthodontist.

You’ll assist with appliances, review patient charts, perform lab work, monitor remote monitoring, educate patients on care, and maintain a clean, sterile operatory.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board.
• Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board.
• CPR certification if required by state Dental Board.

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under close supervision of the Orthodontist.
• Review patient charts, log data and transcribe doctor notes; prepare sterilized equipment.
• Review remote monitoring dashboard and respond to patient messages as needed.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring; maintain sterile operatory.

Skills

Patient rapport

Teamwork

Hand tools

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma

Dental Assistant Certification

Radiography Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

## Orthodontic AssistantApplylocations: Aurora, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR100457Looking for a career that makes you smile?Prairie View Orthodontics is seeking an **Orthodontic Clinician I** to join our growing team.Responsible for delivering positive clinical experience to all patients while following strict adherence to company policies as well as state dental laws, rules and regulations under the direction and close supervision of an Orthodontist. **How you’ll make us better:*** Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under close supervision of the Orthodontist* Review patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notes* Perform laboratory procedures under close supervision of the Orthodontist* Review remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responding to direct patient messages, and triage notifications* Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring* Clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocols* Adhere to all infection-control policies and protocols**Your special skills:**We’re proud of our company culture and heritage of awesomeness. If you’ve got the following, you’ll fit right in:* Ability build rapport with patients* Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers* Ability to use hand tools* Ability to set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules and multi-task**Prerequisites for success:*** High School Diploma or equivalent required* Some dental/orthodontic industry experience preferred* Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board* Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board* CPR certification if required by state Dental Board**The Perks:**In exchange for the dynamic contribution you’ll bring to our team, we offer:* Competitive salary* Medical, dental, vision and life insurance* Short and long-term disability coverage* 401(k) plan* 2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays* Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members**Why Prairie View Orthodontics?**We exist to love people first, straighten teeth second, and we work hard to maintain a people-first culture and cultivate a fun, encouraging environment.As a part of the Smile Doctors family, we offer every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We nurture both talents and strengths, building each person’s abilities to help them find success in their career and beyond. We’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals who can join us in changing the way the world smiles.Pay Range: $18.40 - $23.70*This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization! Apply today!*