Orthodontic Assistant

Oak Dental Partners; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Orthodontic Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in patient care, assisting Orthodontists chair side, and ensuring a smooth operation at the front desk. Your responsibilities will include taking radiographs, maintaining sterilization protocols, and supporting office administration tasks. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment while making a significant impact on patient experiences. If you're passionate about dental health and eager to contribute to a supportive team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Uniforms

Qualifications

• 2-20+ years of experience in dental assisting.
• Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Orthodontists chair side and support front desk operations.
• Schedule appointments and maintain patient records.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organization skills

Infection control procedures

Ability to lift 25 lbs

Experience with special healthcare needs

Education

Vocational/Technical training

Associates Degree

Radiology certification

DPH Dental Assistant License

Tools

Dental software

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Orthodontic Assistant will assist Orthodontists' chair side, greet and escort patients, take radiographs as instructed by the provider, set up and break down operatories, clean operatory areas after each patient, and will stock all materials needed in the clinic daily. In addition, the Orthodontics Assistant will be responsible for sterilization and maintaining equipment and materials in accordance with OSHA, federal and state guidelines.

The Orthodontics Assistant will support the front desk operations, schedule appointments, check in patients, collect, and verify patient demographics, retrieve charts, document treatments plans and other tasks in support of office administration.

Basic Requirements

• 2-20+ years of experience.
• Vocational/Technical training or Associates Degree.
• Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License.
• Familiarity with dental software, email, and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Efficient in Bandings, adjustments, Invisalign and Debands
• Impressions (pouring and trimming models for appliances and presentation)
• Ship/receive/properly store all lab (retainers, study models, appliances)
• Duplicate records for transfers
• Photo knowledge - properly take quality intra-oral and extra-oral photos
• Proficient and accurate bending/coordinating arch-wires
• Removal of fixed bands/brackets
• Ability to fit headgear and give instructions
• Ligature removal and replacement
• Wire removal and placement
• Size, fit and cement orthodontic bands
• Separator placement
• Fabrication orthodontic retainers
• Effective communication to patients/parents regarding: POH, rubber band wear, treatment progress and cooperation issues
• Coordinate correspondence between orthodontist and general dentists
• Should be proficient in taking radiographs.
• Competent with infection control procedures.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Have some experience in treatment of patients with special healthcare needs, specifically patients with cognitive and developmental deficits.
• Ability to work with patient's parents, guardians, and care givers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Should be a team-leader, self-motivated, well organized and have the ability to manage his/her time efficiently

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Uniforms

License/Certification:

• Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License.