Orthodontic Assistant

Smile Doctors; Berwyn Heights (MD); On-site; USD 29,756 - 37,677; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Short and long-term disability

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Discounts on braces

Job summary

Rad Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician II to deliver a positive clinical experience to patients in Potomac, College Park, North Bethesda, Downtown Bethesda, and Germantown. Responsibilities include assisting with orthodontic appliances, maintaining patient flow, and educating patients.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage patient care effectively. We offer a competitive salary and a culture dedicated to loving people first.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of previous Orthodontic experience required.
• Six months experience as a Smile Doctor’s Orthodontic Clinician I acceptable.
• Certifications required by the state Dental Board.

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances.
• Perform accurate and efficient procedures to maintain patient flow.
• Review patient charts and log appropriate patient data.
• Perform laboratory procedures under supervision of an Orthodontist.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
• Clean and sterilize equipment following standard protocols.

Skills

Patient rapport

Team collaboration

Hand tool usage

Prioritize patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile?

Rad Orthodontics located in Potomac, College Park, North Bethesda, Downtown Bethesda and Germantown is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician II to join our growing team.

Responsible for delivering positive clinical experience to all patients while following strict adherence to company policies as well state dental laws, rules and regulations under the direction and supervision of an Orthodontist.

How You’ll Make Us Better

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances, and taking full records under supervision of the Orthodontist
• Perform accurate and efficient procedures to maintain the schedule and patient flow
• Review patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notes
• Perform laboratory procedures under supervision of an Orthodontist
• Assist the Point with performing final checks on patients and leading patient flow
• Administer the remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, respond to direct patient messages, and triage notifications
• Educate the patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocols
• Assist in Local Store Marketing and community events
• 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 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
• Minimum one (1) year of previous Orthodontic experience or six (6) months experience as a Smile Doctor’s Orthodontic Clinician I
• 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

• 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 Rad Orthodontics located in Potomac, College Park, North Bethesda, Downtown Bethesda and Germantown?

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.

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: $21.60 - $27.35

This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization!