Orthodontic Assistant

Smile Doctors; Fulton (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Brace discounts

Clear aligner discounts

Job summary

Vanguard Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician III to join our growing team. You will deliver a positive clinical experience while adhering to policies and state dental laws under the supervision of an Orthodontist.

Responsibilities include placing orthodontic appliances, bonding brackets, reviewing charts, and assisting in clinical labs. You will educate patients on orthodontic care, manage the remote monitoring dashboard, and ensure infection-control protocols are followed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state.
• Radiography certification if required by state.
• CPR certification if required by state.
• One year experience as Orthodontic Clinician II.

Responsibilities

• Places and removes orthodontic appliances and takes full records.
• Performs bonding, placing, and expert positioning of brackets.
• Reviews patient charts and transcribes doctor notes.
• Operates laboratory procedures under supervision.
• Manages remote monitoring dashboard and triages patient messages.

Skills

Rapport with patients

Multi-tasking

Hand tools

Patient care prioritization

Education

High School diploma

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile?Vanguard Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician III 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 general direction and supervision of an Orthodontist.How you’ll make us better:Places and removes orthodontic appliances and takes full records under general supervision of the OrthodontistPerforms bonding, placing, and expert positioning of bracketsReviews patient charts, logs appropriate patient data and transcribes doctor notesPerforms laboratory procedures under limited supervision of an OrthodontistPerforms final checks on patients and leads patient flowManages the remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responds to direct patient messages, and triages notificationsEducates patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoringCleans, sterilizes, and prepares the equipment and operatory following standard protocolsAssists in Local Store Marketing and community eventsAdheres 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 requiredOne (1) year experience as an Orthodontic Clinician IIDental 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 Vanguard 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.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: $23.00 - $28.70This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization! Apply today!