Orthodontic Clinician

Smile Doctors; Columbus (MS); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision and life ins.

Short and long-term disability

401(k) plan

Paid time off + holidays

Brace and aligner discounts

Job summary

GO Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician II to join our growing Columbus practice. You’ll deliver positive clinical experiences while following state dental laws under the supervision of an Orthodontist.

Responsibilities include placing and removing appliances, maintaining patient flow, reviewing charts, assisting with labs, and supporting remote monitoring and patient education. A valid dental assisting background and CPR are required by many states.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of orthodontic experience or six months experience as a Smile Doctor’s Orthodontic Clinician I.
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board.
• Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board.
• CPR certification if required by state Dental Board.

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances, and taking full records under supervision of the Orthodontist.
• Perform accurate and efficient procedures to maintain the schedule and patient flow.
• Review patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notes.
• Perform laboratory procedures under supervision of an Orthodontist.
• Assist in final checks on patients and lead patient flow.
• Administer remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans and triage notifications.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
• Sterilize and prepare equipment and operatory following standard protocols.
• Assist in local store marketing and community events.
• Adhere to infection-control policies and protocols.

Skills

Rapport with patients

Team collaboration

Hand tools

Prioritization & multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Tools

Dental hand tools

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile? GO Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician II to join our growing team. Responsible for delivering positive clinical experience to all patients while following strict adherence to company policies as well state dental laws, rules and regulations under the direction and supervision of an Orthodontist.

How you’ll make us better:

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances, and taking full records under supervision of the Orthodontist
• Perform accurate and efficient procedures to maintain the schedule and patient flow
• Review patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notes
• Perform laboratory procedures under supervision of an Orthodontist
• Assist the Point with performing final checks on patients and leading patient flow
• Administer the remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, respond to direct patient messages, and triage notifications
• Educate the patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocols
• Assist in Local Store Marketing and community events
• Adhere to all infection-control policies and protocols

Your special skills:

• Ability build rapport with patients
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers
• Ability to use hand tools
• Ability to set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules and multi-task

Prerequisites for success:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum one (1) year of previous Orthodontic experience or six (6) months experience as a Smile Doctor’s Orthodontic Clinician I
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board
• Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board
• CPR certification if required by state Dental Board

The Perks:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• 2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays
• Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members

Why GO ORTHODONTICS?

We exist to love people first, straighten teeth second, and we work hard to maintain a people-first culture and cultivate a fun, encouraging environment. We offer every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We nurture both talents and strengths, building each person’s abilities to help them find success in their career and beyond. We’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals who can join us in changing the way the world smiles. This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization!