Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics

Rock Dental Brands; West Plains (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Dental Brands is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support the orthodontist and deliver high-quality patient care. You will prepare operatories, assist during examinations and ortho treatments, and ensure smooth clinical flow under supervision.

Responsibilities include clear communication with patients and parents about treatment plans, verifying consent, maintaining patient comfort and safety, and keeping accurate records. A team-focused attitude and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Clear communication skills with patients and parents
• Attention to detail in documentation and record-keeping

Responsibilities

• Communicate treatment needs clearly to parents and patients per treatment plan
• Identify and ensure necessary prior authorizations and signed consent forms
• Maintain patient comfort and safety during procedures
• Document all treatment rendered in electronic and paper records
• Perform general housekeeping and restocking of supplies

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.

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.