Orthodontic Assistant

Smile-Doctors; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Discounts on braces

Job summary

Smile Doctors in Southern Pines, NC is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician II to deliver a positive clinical experience under the supervision of an Orthodontist. You will assist with appliances, records, and patient flow, while upholding infection-control policies and state regulations.

The role includes educating patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring, and supporting marketing events at the local store.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year orthodontic experience or 6 months as Smile Doctors Orthodontic Clinician.
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board.

Responsibilities

• Place and remove orthodontic appliances and take full records under supervision.
• Maintain patient flow and schedule efficiency.
• Review patient charts and transcribe doctor notes.
• Assist with final checks and patient flow management.

Skills

Patient rapport

Communication

Multi-tasking

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile?Smile Doctors is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician II 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 direction and supervision of an Orthodontist.How you’ll make us better:Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances, and taking full records under supervision of the OrthodontistPerform accurate and efficient procedures to maintain the schedule and patient flowReview patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notesPerform laboratory procedures under supervision of an OrthodontistAssist the Point with performing final checks on patients and leading patient flowAdminister the remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, respond to direct patient messages, and triage notificationsEducate the patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoringClean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocolsAssist in Local Store Marketing and community eventsAdhere 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 requiredMinimum one (1) year of previous Orthodontic experience or six (6) months experience as a Smile Doctor’s Orthodontic Clinician IDental 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 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.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!