Orthodontic Assistant at Colorado Orthodontics

Specialty Dental Brands; South Dakota; Sur place; USD 25 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Specialty Dental Brands in the United States is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and clinical team, ensuring efficient, safe, and comfortable patient care.

You will assist with treatments, manage instruments, prepare patients, sterilize equipment, take X-rays, update EHRs, and help maintain a welcoming, organized clinic.

This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a patient-focused specialty practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience as orthodontic/dental assistant, preferably with orthodontic focus.
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and HIPAA compliance.

Responsabilités

• Assist the orthodontist during treatments, including braces placement/removal and adjustments.
• Take impressions, adjust wires, apply/remove elastics and other orthodontic appliances.
• Prepare patients and explain procedures; ensure patient comfort.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments per infection control protocols.
• Maintain clean, organized treatment rooms and stock supplies.
• Take X-rays or digital scans as required for treatment planning.
• Update patient records in the EHR/PMS system with progress notes and X-ray results.
• Provide post-treatment instructions and retainer care guidance.
• Monitor inventory and reorder supplies as needed to keep the clinic stocked.
• Help deliver a positive and professional patient experience.

Connaissances

Communication

HIPAA privacy

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Patient service

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Orthodontic assisting program

Outils

Sterilization equipment

Dental instruments handling

Description du poste

The Orthodontic Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the orthodontist and clinical team to ensure efficient, safe, and comfortable patient care. This position involves assisting with orthodontic procedures, managing instruments and equipment, maintaining a clean and organized treatment environment, and delivering exceptional patient service.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist the orthodontist during treatments, including placing and removing braces, taking impressions, adjusting wires, and applying/removing elastics and other orthodontic appliances
• Ensure patient comfort and respond to patient needs throughout procedures
• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, explaining procedures and addressing questions or concerns
• Ensure patients are properly positioned, and instruments and materials are readily available to support efficient treatment
• Sterilize and prepare instruments, equipment, and materials in compliance with infection control protocols
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical areas and treatment rooms
• Take diagnostic X-rays, panoramic images, or digital scans as required for treatment planning
• Update and maintain accurate patient records, treatment progress notes, and X-ray results in the practice management system (EHR/PMS)
• Assist with the fitting, adjustment, and removal of orthodontic appliances such as retainers, expanders, and braces
• Provide post-treatment instructions, including retainer care and the importance of follow-up visits
• Educate patients on the proper care of braces, wires, and orthodontic appliances to ensure optimal results
• Monitor inventory of orthodontic supplies and materials, reordering as needed to maintain adequate stock
• Support a positive and professional patient experience

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience as an orthodontic assistant or dental assistant, preferably with orthodontic focus
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and the orthodontic team
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined

Why Join Us?

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off