Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics

FHLB Des Moines; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health options

Employee orthodontic treatment

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Westrock Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support our doctors in delivering top-quality dental care. You will assist during examinations and orthodontic procedures, prepare workspaces, and help communicate treatment plans to families.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and meticulous record-keeping. The ideal candidate has a dental assisting background or orthodontic experience, strong customer service, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative

Qualifications

• Dental assisting background is helpful but not mandatory.
• Orthodontic assisting experience extremely helpful.
• Familiarity with orthodontic appliances welcome.
• Excellent customer service and clear communication with parents and patients about treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure high quality care.
• Perform clinical and technical procedures under supervision.
• Prepare operatory and equipment; assist during examinations and ortho treatment.
• Clearly communicate treatment needs to parents and patients per treatment plan.
• Maintain patient comfort and safety; document treatment in electronic and paper records.
• Restock supplies and perform general housekeeping as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

Independent work

Team-oriented

Education

Dental assisting background

Tools

Electronic dental records

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.At Westrock Orthodontics, we are a family and we absolutely insist on having FUN at work. We celebrate victories and our hard work is what allows our dentists to focus on their patients and provide the best care possible.As an Orthodontic Assistant you will assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. Perform clinical and technical procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed Orthodontist. Prepare patient operatory and equipment and assist the doctor during examination and ortho treatment.A few specific job duties:Must communicate clearly and calmly the treatment needs to parent and patient utilizing prescribed treatment plan.Must be able to recognize and identify prior authorization requirements, along with ensuring signed consent forms.Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.Provide clear and concise documentation of all treatment rendered using electronic and paper dental records and forms. Perform general housekeeping and restocking as needed.In summary, the goal is to serve and provide superior support to doctors and to be an example of respect and caring for our customer and office personnel.QualificationsDental assisting background is helpful but not mandatoryOrthodontic assisting experience extremely helpful.Familiarity with orthodontic appliances welcome.QualitiesSomeone with exceptional customer service skills, computer literacy, works independently and anticipates team and doctor needs.Overall someone who is respectful to fellow team members, patients, and the Doctor and is genuinely nice and kind. If you offer all this and more, then we would love to meet you.Total Rewards: You’ll be welcomed into a winning culture that encourages continuous improvement, a challenging and rewarding work environment with a genuine desire to see each other succeed. We will also provide the following: Support you Professionally: Competitive pay, career growth opportunities, talented and motivated team who care about each other, our mission, and our patients. Support your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, and complimentary orthodontic treatments that help you and your family stay on track. Life Balance: Paid time off and holiday pay . Planning for the future: plan for the future with an industry-leading 401K retirement plan with matching company contributions.