Orthodontic Assistant

Smile Doctors, LLC; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/dental/vision/Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Discounts on braces

Job summary

Smile Doctors, LLC in New Lenox, IL is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to deliver a positive clinical experience while following policy and state dental laws under the supervision of an Orthodontist. You’ll assist in placing and removing appliances, review patient charts, log data, and perform lab work as directed.

You’ll educate patients on care and remote monitoring, keep the operatory sterile, and help triage patient messages.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 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 supervision.
• Review patient charts and log data, including transcription of doctor notes.
• Perform laboratory procedures under supervision of the Orthodontist.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare equipment and operatory; follow infection-control protocols.
• Review remote monitoring dashboard and triage patient messages.

Skills

Rapport with patients

Multitasking

Time management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

## Orthodontic AssistantApplylocations: New Lenox, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 15 Days Agojob requisition id: 9448Looking for a career that makes you smile?Smile Doctors 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:**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 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:**In exchange for the dynamic contribution you’ll bring to our team, we offer:* 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 Smile Doctors?**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! Apply today!*