Orthodontic Assistant

Oak Dental Partners; Dunedin (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing dental service organization is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant in Dunedin, FL. Responsibilities encompass chair-side assistance, patient management, and compliance with dental protocols. Ideal candidates will possess relevant experience, training, and strong communication skills, contributing to the team's mission of providing excellent dental care.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Holidays

Short term and long-term disability insurance

Uniforms

Bonuses

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience required.
• Proficiency in taking radiographs is essential.
• Experience in treatment of patients with special healthcare needs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Orthodontists by taking radiographs and sterilizing equipment.
• Support patient scheduling and front desk operations.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state dental guidelines.

Skills

Effective communication

Infection control procedures

Oral photography

Patient management

Time management

Education

Vocational/Technical training or Associates Degree

Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License

Tools

Dental software

Job description

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We are a growing dental service organization (DSO) that supports several dozen partner locations across the country. Our goal is to help you grow and positively impact lives by improving the smiles, confidence, and overall health of our guests.

The Orthodontic Assistant will assist Orthodontists' chair side, greet and escort patients, take radiographs as instructed by the provider, set up and break down operatories, clean operatory areas after each patient, and will stock all materials needed in the clinic daily. In addition, the Orthodontics Assistant will be responsible for sterilization and maintaining equipment and materials in accordance with OSHA, federal and state guidelines.

The Orthodontics Assistant will support the front desk operations, schedule appointments, check in patients, collect, and verify patient demographics, retrieve charts, document treatments plans and other tasks in support of office administration.

Basic Requirements

• 2- 5 years of experience.
• Vocational/Technical training or Associates Degree.
• Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License.
• Familiarity with dental software, email, and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. with or without accommodation.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Beginning records - study models, X-rays, panorex, cephlometric, digital photographs
• Efficient in 1BA, adjustments, FCDB and Debands
• Impressions (pouring and trimming models for appliances and presentation)
• Ship/receive/properly store all lab (retainers, study models, appliances)
• Aligner attachment and tray delivery
• Photo knowledge - properly take quality intra-oral and extra-oral photos
• Proficient and accurate bending/coordinating arch-wires
• Removal of fixed bands/brackets
• Ability to fit headgear and give instructions
• Ligature removal and replacement
• Wire removal and placement
• Size, fit and cement orthodontic bands
• Intraoral scanning
• Separator placement
• Fabrication orthodontic retainers
• Consult with patient / parents during exam
• Ortho case presentations to patient (parent)
• Effective communication to patients/parents regarding: POH, rubber band wear, treatment progress and cooperation issues
• Coordinate correspondence between orthodontist and general dentists
• Promotes patient incentive initiatives
• Order Orthodontic Supplies
• Should be proficient in taking radiographs.
• Competent with infection control procedures.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Have some experience in treatment of patients with special healthcare needs, specifically patients with cognitive and developmental deficits.
• Ability to work with patient's parents, guardians, and care givers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Should be a team-leader, self-motivated, well organized and have the ability to manage his/her time efficiently
  
  

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability insurance
• Uniforms
• Bonuses
• Pet insurance
  
  

License/Certification

• Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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