Orthodontic Dental Assistant

UPD Dental Associates; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oral health care provider in Buffalo seeks a Dental Assistant to assist orthodontists and hygienists in examining and treating patients, especially children and those with special needs. The ideal candidate is efficient, possesses CPR certification, and has a strong commitment to providing high-quality dental care. Flexible in function, the ability to engage effectively with pediatric patients is crucial.

Qualifications

• Desire and experience working with children are required.
• Proficient in 4-handed dentistry techniques.
• Strong writing skills for documentation/charting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient flow, including preparation and cleanup of treatment areas.
• Manage patient behavior and assist in dental procedures.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain equipment as per OSHA guidelines.

Skills

Child-friendly techniques

Patient behavior management

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Basic Life Saving and/or CPR certification

Dental Assistant certification

Tools

Dentrix

Dolphin

Job description

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Position Overview

Provides assistance to providers, including the attending Orthodontist and hygienists, in the examination and treatment of orthodontic patients, including those with developmental disabilities and/or who are medically compromised. Utilizes age-appropriate behavior management techniques and demonstrates proficiency in the treatment triangle of patient, parent and provider.

Job Description

Position Overview

Provides assistance to providers, including the attending Orthodontist and hygienists, in the examination and treatment of orthodontic patients, including those with developmental disabilities and/or who are medically compromised. Utilizes age-appropriate behavior management techniques and demonstrates proficiency in the treatment triangle of patient, parent and provider.

Age Group(s) Served

Neonatal (0-3 months) – limited to ICN preemie plate treatment

Pediatric (3 months-12 years) Adolescent (13-18 years)

Adult (18 years and above for special needs patients & college students)

Essential Job Functions

• Timely coordination of patient flow through the office/clinic, including warm and friendly greeting, patient preparation, accurate appointment making and dismissal.
• Responsible for maintenance of dental operatory/clinic, including anticipating each provider’s needs, preparation and cleaning/disinfection of rooms, materials, equipment and instruments in a timely and efficient manner; using best practice infection control techniques.
• Assists provider in managing patient behavior for timely and comfortable delivery of treatment. Removes and replaces ligatures and wires, assists with bonding braces and clear aligner bonding.
• Enters lab prescriptions into EasyRX, Spark, or ulabs.
• Enters and sends various referral letters (extractions, restorative, etc.)
• Provides thorough instructions to patients and their guardians on elastic wear, retainers, hygiene, etc.
• Is competent in child friendly techniques for placement and exposure of dental x-rays for traditional xray and digital sensor technique (in sites where available), resulting in quality diagnostic x-rays. Is able to develop and mount traditional x-rays where applicable. Is able to perform intraoral scans.
• Sterilizes instruments and disinfects equipment and materials used in dental treatment following infection control plan, OSHA and safe handling techniques. Keeps instruments and equipment in good repair, responding appropriately when service/repairs are indicated and communicating updates to the Lead hygienist.
• Keeps inventory of supplies and materials. Assures items are stored and maintained. Reports shortages to Lead Hygienist for ordering.
• Accurately and legibly documents and signs patient records in accordance with UPD chart documentation policy. Accurately creates patient notes, makes future appointments and posts dental procedures in EMR sites where applicable.
• Complies with all quality assurance, infection control plan, OSHA, safety and other policies and procedures of University Pediatric Dentistry.
• Understands and follows HIPAA regulations.
• Attends all required in-services, seminars and staff meetings.
• Other duties as requested by management in support of business needs.
  
  

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED

Basic Life Saving and/or CPR certification

Desire to work with children is required. Experience working with children preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Dental Assistant certification or equivalent Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Proficient in 4-handed dentistry techniques

Patient/family focused with a basic understanding of customer service skills.

Commitment to providing pediatric-centered quality dental care

Flexible in attitude and function – must be willing to travel between, and work in any of, UPD’s offices; must exhibit a positive and can-do approach to their work

Demonstrates ability to effectively engage with pediatric patients and those with developmental disability and medically compromising conditions

Working knowledge of pediatric physical and psychological development milestones

Proficient in diagnostic x-rays, infection control and sterilization/disinfection techniques following OSHA Standards.

Is familiar with equipment and terminology common to dentistry

Proficient in monitoring nitrous oxide for pediatric patients undergoing procedures

Attention to detail

Strong writing skills for documentation/charting

Knowledge of Dentrix/Dolphin

ADA Requirements Frequently: Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Repeat the same motions. Bend or twist the body when operating equipment or examining patients. Sit for long periods of time. Able to communicate verbally. Moderate to occasional: Lifting (1-10 pounds), walking.

Company Description

At UPD Dental Associates, we are a leading oral health care provider with an Uncompromising Promise to Deliver the very best care to children, adolescents and adults throughout Western New York. You can rest assured knowing that our treatments will include the most advanced, educational and compassionate dental care possible...because your family deserves the best.

Established in 1989, we’ve been providing kids oral health care services for over 30 years and are one of the largest pediatric dental practices in the country. Since our founding, we’ve expanded to multiple locations throughout the Buffalo region specializing in virtually every aspect of infant to adult oral health care, from simple check-ups to complex oral surgeries. We are the Western New York dental health care experts!

At UPD Dental Associates, we are a leading oral health care provider with an Uncompromising Promise to Deliver the very best care to children, adolescents and adults throughout Western New York. You can rest assured knowing that our treatments will include the most advanced, educational and compassionate dental care possible...because your family deserves the best. Established in 1989, we’ve been providing kids oral health care services for over 30 years and are one of the largest pediatric dental practices in the country. Since our founding, we’ve expanded to multiple locations throughout the Buffalo region specializing in virtually every aspect of infant to adult oral health care, from simple check-ups to complex oral surgeries. We are the Western New York dental health care experts!

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