Orthodontic Assistant

Goggans Dental Associates of Connecticut PC; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Braces Discounts

Job summary

Orthodontic Boutique is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team in the United States. You will assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under close supervision of the Orthodontist, review patient charts, and educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.

You will also perform laboratory procedures, triage patient messages, and ensure clean, sterile equipment and operatory protocols are followed in a patient-centered, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 and triage patient messages.
• 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.

Skills

Rapport with patients

Teamwork

Hand tools

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma

Dental experience preferred

DA Certification

Radiography Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile? Orthodontic Boutique is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team.

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 Orthodontic Boutique ? 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!