Orthodontic Assistant

D4C Dental; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Health Savings Account

401K

Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Opportunities for Community Giving Back

Job summary

A dental care provider is seeking an enthusiastic Orthodontic Assistant to ensure children develop healthy habits and beautiful smiles. The role involves assisting in orthodontic procedures, while offering quality care and support to patients and their parents. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant orthodontic certifications. This position offers training for candidates with dental chairside experience who are committed to professional growth and teamwork, fostering a friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school degree or equivalent.
• Orthodontic Assistant state certification including nitrous oxide, dental radiology.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating healthy habits and smiles for children.
• Provide orthodontic dental assistance, ensuring quality care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families in a dental office setting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Effective communication

Organizational skills

PC skills

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Orthodontic Assistant state certification

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

As an Orthodontic Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring children develop healthy habits and a lifetime of beautiful smiles! If you have a heart for children, and enjoy working with a fun team of like-minded professionals dedicated to quality care, we would love to meet you!

Orthodontic Dental Assisting experience is preferred, however, we will support the training and development of an experienced dental assistant. Our ideal candidate loves giving great care, is flexible and reliable, and seeks to grow professionally.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Health Savings Account, Flex Spending
• 401K
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Opportunities for Community Giving Back

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent is required.
• An Orthodontist Assistant state certification, included but not limited to, nitrous oxide, dental radiology, and expanded function dental assistant (EFDA) or expanded duties dental assistant (EDDA).
• CPR certification

Experience

• Experience working in a professional, medical, or dental environment with direct customer service is desired.
• A minimum of 1-year orthodontic assisting experience.

Job-related skills and competencies

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills- must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Must be customer service oriented and able to communicate with a pleasant demeanor at all times.
• Communication- effective written and verbal communication is a must with all staff and management.
• Must be able to project a capable and professional image that is reflective of company values.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills- strong attention to detail, be able to multitask and perform job duties in a timely manner.
• Must have PC skills and be able to learn and successfully use new programs as required. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred; as well as experience with a fax machine, copy machine, and general office equipment.

Working Conditions

• Dental Office Environment
• Hours may change to meet the business needs.
• Travel to offices that provide orthodontic services may be required.
• Attend and participate in all office meetings, continuing education events and morning huddles.
• Nature of work requires an ability to effectively communicate and exchange information with patients, their parents and staff.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and be able to twist, turn, bend and stoop.