Orthodontic Assistant

Smile Doctors; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision and life

Short and long-term disability

401(k) plan

2 weeks paid time off

Discounts on braces and aligners

Job summary

Smile Doctors in New Haven is looking for an Orthodontic Assistant to enhance patient care. You will assist orthodontists in placing braces and managing patient data while following state regulations.

This role needs someone with a high school diploma and the ability to build rapport with patients. Enjoy benefits like medical insurance and paid time off while contributing to a people-first culture.

Qualifications

• Some dental/orthodontic industry experience preferred.
• Must follow strict adherence to company policies and state dental laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances.
• Review patient charts and log appropriate patient data.
• Perform laboratory procedures under supervision.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care.

Skills

Rapport with patients

Good working relationships

Use of hand tools

Prioritizing patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile? CT Braces New Haven is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant 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

• 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

• 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 CT Braces New Haven?

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. This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization! Smile Doctors is the largest ortho-focused dental support organization (OSO) in the U.S. As the fastest-growing network of leading orthodontists with more than 560 convenient locations in 36 states, Smile Doctors has a rich history of developing and growing affiliated practices by providing tools and technology that allow orthodontists to focus entirely on patient care. Smile Doctors is the largest network of Diamond Plus Invisalign® providers and its affiliated orthodontists are proud members of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, and host for the Lecture Center for Orthodontic Excellence. Smile Doctors' mission is to create confident smiles that inspire the best in patients, each other, and the communities they serve.