Orthodontic Clinician I

Smile Doctors Affiliate; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision and life 보험

Short and long-term disability

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Discounts on braces and clear aligners

Job summary

CT Braces New Haven is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. You will assist in appliance placement/removal and help ensure a positive clinical experience for every patient.

Under supervision, you will review charts, document data, and engage in remote monitoring triage, patient education, and infection-control best practices while maintaining cordial relationships with patients and team members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Dental/orthodontic industry experience preferred.
• Dental Assistant certification may be required by state board.
• Radiography certification if required by state board.
• CPR certification if required by state board.

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under supervision.
• Review patient charts, log data and transcribe notes for the doctor.
• Review remote monitoring dashboard and triage patient scans/messages.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
• Clean, sterilize and prepare equipment and operatory per protocols.
• Adhere to infection-control policies and procedures.

Skills

Rapport with patients

Teamwork

Hand tools

Prioritization

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Dental/orthodontic experience preferred

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile?CT Braces New Haven is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team.Responsible for delivering positive clinical experience to all patients while following strict adherence to company policies as well as state dental laws, rules and regulations under the direction and close supervision of an Orthodontist.How you’ll make us better:Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under close supervision of the OrthodontistReview patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notesPerform laboratory procedures under close supervision of the OrthodontistReview remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responding to direct patient messages, and triage notificationsEducate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoringClean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocolsAdhere to all infection-control policies and protocolsYour special skills:We’re proud of our company culture and heritage of awesomeness. If you’ve got the following, you’ll fit right in:Ability build rapport with patientsAbility to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkersAbility to use hand toolsAbility to set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules and multi-taskPrerequisites for success:High School Diploma or equivalent requiredSome dental/orthodontic industry experience preferredDental Assistant certification if required by state Dental BoardRadiography certification if required by state Dental BoardCPR certification if required by state Dental BoardThe Perks:In exchange for the dynamic contribution you’ll bring to our team, we offer:Competitive salaryMedical, dental, vision and life insuranceShort and long-term disability coverage401(k) plan2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidaysDiscounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family membersWhy CT Braces New Haven?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.As a part of the Smile Doctors family, 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! Apply today!