Orthodontic Assistant

Smile Doctors; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Orthodontic Assistant at a leading organization dedicated to exceptional patient care. This role involves delivering positive clinical experiences, managing patient flow, and performing key orthodontic procedures under supervision. You'll be part of a people-first culture that values innovation and collaboration, allowing you to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. With a commitment to nurturing talent and a fun work environment, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in orthodontics. Apply today to be part of a team that truly cares about making smiles brighter!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability coverage

401(k) plan

2 weeks paid time off

Paid holidays

Discounts on braces and clear aligners

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively and establish good working relationships.
• Ability to manage schedules and perform clinical duties independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver positive clinical experiences while adhering to policies and regulations.
• Manage patient flow, perform bonding, and assist in marketing efforts.

Skills

Effective communication

Listening skills

Building rapport with patients

Multi-tasking

Using hand tools

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile?

We're seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team.

How you'll make us better:

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 general direction and supervision of an Orthodontist.

• Places and removes orthodontic appliances and takes full records under general supervision of the Orthodontist
• Performs bonding, placing, and expert positioning of brackets
• Reviews patient charts, logs appropriate patient data and transcribes doctor notes
• Performs laboratory procedures under limited supervision of an Orthodontist
• Performs final checks on patients and leads patient flow
• Manages the remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responds to direct patient messages, and triages notifications
• Educates patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring
• Cleans, sterilizes, and prepares the equipment and operatory following standard protocols
• Assists in Local Store Marketing and community events
• Adheres to all infection-control policies and protocols

We're proud of our company culture and heritage of awesomeness. If you've got the following, you'll fit right in:

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers

Prerequisites for success

• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Ability to set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules and multi-task
• Ability to use hand tools
• Ability to work chairside independently under the general supervision of Orthodontist
• Ability to perform all clinical duties and appointments self-sufficiently under the general supervision of an Orthodontist

The Perks

In exchange for the dynamic contribution you'll bring to our team, we offer:

• 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?

As the nation's leading Orthodontic Support Organization, Smile Doctors partners with local orthodontic practices to offer world-class patient care with hometown heart. 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.

Smile Doctors offers 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. As the fastest-growing organization of our kind in the industry, 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!