Orthodontic Clinician I

Goggans Dental Associates of Connecticut PC; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Smile Doctors seeks an Orthodontic Assistant to join our growing team. You will deliver a positive clinical experience under the direct supervision of an Orthodontist, assisting with appliances, chart review, and lab work.

You will also engage with remote monitoring and patient education, while maintaining infection-control standards. The role supports a patient-centered culture with opportunities to grow within a leading orthodontics network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; dental industry experience preferred.
• Dental assistant certification may be required by state dental board.
• Radiography and CPR certifications may be required by state dental board.

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under close supervision of the Orthodontist.
• Review patient charts, log data and transcribe notes.
• Perform laboratory procedures under close supervision.
• Review remote monitoring dashboard and triage patient scans.

Skills

Rapport building

Multitasking

Hand tools

Patient care prioritization

Education

High School Diploma

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile? Smile Doctors 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 Orthodontist
• Review patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notes
• Perform laboratory procedures under close supervision of the Orthodontist
• Review remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responding to direct patient messages, and triage notifications
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocols
• Adhere to all infection-control policies and protocols

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 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
• Some dental/orthodontic industry experience preferred
• 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 Orthodontic Assistant?

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!

Pay Range: $19.20 - $24.75 USD Hourly

Smile Doctors is the largest ortho-focused dental support organization (OSO) in the U.S. As the fastest-growing network of leading orthodontists with more than 560 convenient locations in 36 states, Smile Doctors has a rich history of developing and growing affiliated practices by providing tools and technology that allow orthodontists to focus entirely on patient care. Smile Doctors is the largest network of Diamond Plus Invisalign® providers and its affiliated orthodontists are proud members of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, and host for the Lecture Center for Orthodontic Excellence. Smile Doctors' mission is to create confident smiles that inspire the best in patients, each other, and the communities they serve.