Orthodontic Lead/Dental Assistant

OrthoDent; Aldine (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading dental practice located in Bryan, TX seeks an experienced Orthodontic Lead/Dental Assistant to oversee clinic operations and assist with patient care. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years in both general dental and orthodontic assisting, be a Registered Dental Assistant, and possess X-ray certifications. This fast-paced role requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage patient flow effectively. Benefits include comprehensive insurance and Paid Time Off.

Qualifications

• 3 years of General Dental Assisting experience required.
• 3 years of Orthodontic Assisting experience required.
• Must be a Registered Dental Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Organize the flow in the Orthodontic clinical area.
• Manage patient flow and scheduling.
• Assist the Orthodontist with patients.

Skills

General Dental Assisting

Orthodontic Assisting

Communication and interpersonal skills

Decision-making

Education

Registered Dental Assistant

High School or equivalent

Tools

X-ray certifications

Job description

Position:Orthodontic Lead/Dental Assistant

Location: Bryan, TX

Job Id:239

# of Openings:1

Position Title: Orthodontic Lead/Dental Assistant

We are looking for an outgoing Lead Orthodontic Assistant who also helps with dental assisting responsibilities and is ready to join our very fast-paced dental office in Bryan.

Purpose: The Orthodontic Lead is responsible for overseeing the day to day functions of the Orthodontic Clinic to ensure a smooth flow of the schedule.

Essential Functions

• Organizes the flow in the Orthodontic clinical area, ensuring the efficient operation of the schedule
• Exercises a high degree of independent decision making regarding schedule and patient flow
• Maintains upkeep of the clinic, storage, and inventory
• Audits patient charts to minimize errors
• Sends all cases to lab for fabrication and makes progress notes
• Manages all Invisalign orders
• Completes supply order list and inventory to ensure proper inventory levels are maintained
• Assists the Orthodontist with patients
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of employees
• Oversees the day to day functions of the Orthodontic clinical area and leads the Orthodontic team
• Educates patients with orthodontic appliances in proper oral health
• On non-orthodontic days, assists the dentist with patients
• Sterilizes instruments as needed
• Manages all general lab cases and inventory
• Adheres to all established OSHA and Infection control standards

Qualifications

• General Dental Assisting: 3 years (required)
• Orthodontic Assisting: 3 years (required)
• Registered Dental Assistant (required)
• X-ray certifications (required)
• High School or equivalent (Preferred)

If you meet these qualifications and want to be part of a great and growing practice, send resume with salary requirements.

We offer medical, dental, life, vision, STD, LTD insurance plus Paid Time Off. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.