Orthodontic Assistant

Smile Doctors Affiliate; Catonsville (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life ins.,

401(k) plan

2 weeks paid time off in your first年

Discounts on braces and clear aligners

Job summary

Orthodontic Associates in Catonsville, MD is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician I to provide a positive clinical experience under direct supervision. You will assist with placing and removing appliances, review charts, and educate patients on care and remote monitoring.

Responsibilities include maintaining sterilization standards, processing lab tasks, and triaging remote patient messages while upholding infection-control policies. Join a people-first culture within the Smile Doctors family.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under close supervision of the Orthodontist.
• Review patient charts, log data and transcribe doctor notes.
• Perform laboratory procedures under close supervision of the Orthodontist.
• Review remote monitoring dashboard and triage patient scans and messages.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
• Clean, sterilize and prepare equipment and operatory per protocol.
• Adhere to infection-control policies and protocols.

Skills

Patient rapport

Relationship building

Multitasking

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile?Orthodontic Associates 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 OrthodontistReview patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notesPerform laboratory procedures under close supervision of the OrthodontistReview remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responding to direct patient messages, and triage notificationsEducate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoringClean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocolsAdhere to all infection-control policies and protocolsYour 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 patientsAbility to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkersAbility to use hand toolsAbility to set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules and multi-taskPrerequisites for success:High School Diploma or equivalent requiredSome dental/orthodontic industry experience preferredDental Assistant certification if required by state Dental BoardRadiography certification if required by state Dental BoardCPR certification if required by state Dental BoardThe Perks:In exchange for the dynamic contribution you’ll bring to our team, we offer:Competitive salaryMedical, dental, vision and life insuranceShort and long-term disability coverage401(k) plan2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidaysDiscounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family membersWhy Orthodontic Associates?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: $19.20 - $24.75This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization! Apply today!