Orthodontic Clinician I: Patient Care & Growth Path

Smile Doctors; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & dental coverage

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Discounts on braces

Job summary

Smile Doctors Orthodontics in Harker Heights, TX is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician I to join our growing team. You’ll assist in placing and removing appliances under supervision, review data, and educate patients on care and remote monitoring.

Strong communication with patients and coworkers is essential, with emphasis on infection-control and efficient, multi-tasking care delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Rapport with patients

Working with patients and coworkers

Use of hand tools

Prioritizing patient care and multitâ€

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental/orthodontic experience preferred

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Job description

Smile Doctors Orthodontics in Harker Heights, TX is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician I to join our growing team. You’ll assist in placing and removing appliances under supervision, review data, and educate patients on care and remote monitoring.

Strong communication with patients and coworkers is essential, with emphasis on infection-control and efficient, multi-tasking care delivery in a fast-paced environment.