Orthodontic Assistant - Patient-Focused, Growth-Oriented Role

Chord Specialty Dental Partners; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Vision Insurance

Dental Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Employee Discount Program

Pet Insurance

Cutting-edge Technology and Training

Life and Disability Insurance Options

Job summary

Spark Orthodontics is seeking a passionate Orthodontic Assistant to join our close-knit team in providing top-notch dental care to our patients.

As an Orthodontic Assistant, you will help ensure patients feel comfortable and receive the best quality orthodontic care, with opportunities to learn and grow. Experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person if you have no experience.

Qualifications

• Preferred but not required: orthodontics experience.
• Warm, friendly, courteous, and enjoys working with children.
• Punctual, responsible, and a fast learner.
• Ability to multitask is critical.
• Be receptive to training and coaching on best practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive and friendly attitude and deliver excellent customer service to patients.
• Coordinate patient care and treatment according to the doctor and other team members.
• Assist the orthodontist during procedures, including taking X-rays, preparing materials, and providing chairside support.
• Ensure a clean and sterile environment by following proper infection control protocols and aseptic techniques.
• Properly sterilizes instruments on a regular basis.
• Assists doctor with cementation of bands and bracket placement.
• Properly take the correct x-rays when needed on each patient.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Spark Orthodontics is seeking a passionate Orthodontic Assistant to join our close-knit team in providing top-notch dental care to our patients.

As an Orthodontic Assistant, you will help ensure patients feel comfortable and receive the best quality orthodontic care, with opportunities to learn and grow. Experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person if you have no experience.