Pediatric & Orthodontic Dental Assistant

The Fun Kids Dentist; Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pediatric and orthodontic dental office in Brookfield, The Fun Kids Dentist, seeks an orthodontic and pediatric assistant. The role involves ensuring excellent patient care, supporting dentists, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Candidates should exhibit strong interpersonal skills and be willing to learn.

Benefits

401k Plan

Free dental care for your children

Generous discount for orthodontic care of children

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Generous PTO plan

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Orthodontic or pediatric experience preferred (1 year).
• Experience with Dentrix Ascend or Dolphin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthodontist and pediatric dentists in clinical treatment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the clinical area and sterilize instruments.
• Greet and welcome patient families, ensuring comfort during visits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Typing skills

Effective verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Orthodontic Experience 1 year or General/Pediatric 1 year

Experience with Dentrix Ascend or Dolphin

Job description

Position Summary:
Greetings from The Fun Kids Dentist Pediatric and Orthodontic Dental Office! We are excited to welcome new team members into our office. Here at The Fun Kids Dentist, our number one priority is our patients. We strive to provide the highest level of pediatric/orthodontic dental care. We believe that in order to provide this top level of care and customer service for our patients, we need to find the most talented individuals that enjoy being part of a fun and passionate team of dental professionals.

Are you an energetic individual with a love for orthodontics and pediatric care? We are seeking an exceptional assistant to join our growing practice in Brookfield. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys providing comprehensive care for growing smiles. An orthodontic and pediatric assistant's priority is safe and excellent patient care. This job requires an outgoing, energetic personality. You determine the patient's overall experience in our office. Your job requires attention to detail and accuracy. You are executing the treatment plan provided by the doctor. It is crucial that you listen to your leadership/doctor's directions, perform the procedure correctly and efficiently, and accurately document the patient's chart.

We serve a diverse patient base, combining pediatric dentistry with orthodontic treatments in a fee for service office. You will be working alongside a skilled team of dental professionals in a supportive and innovative setting.

Experience is preferred, however, we are willing to train the RIGHT person! If you have an amazing work ethic, paired with a great attitude and personality, then we want to talk to you!

Duties: The orthodontic and pediatric assistant is responsible for assisting the orthodontist and pediatric dentists in the clinical treatment of patients. They are also responsible for the cleanliness of the clinical area, sterilization of instruments, and stocking of all clinical supplies, as well as regularly cleaning and maintaining the equipment.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Greet/welcome patient families, make them feel welcome and comfortable throughout their visit.
• Conduct any patient interaction whether in person or via practice management software according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Conduct thorough review of patient's health history at every visit, alert dentist and notate changes/concerns properly.
• Take and process digital radiographs and other diagnostics (iTero scanner, digital photography).
• Provide excellent chairside assistance to support dentists during wide variety of procedures.
• Anticipate dentists needs at all times.
• Utilize practice management software (Dentrix Ascend, Dolphin) for patient notes/records, treatment planning, scheduling, accurate treatment routes for front office.
• Prepare patient rooms/units before and after procedures with proper setups/cleanup and with strict adherence to safety protocols and OSHA/CDC recommendations.
• Have proper instrument/materials prepared according to procedures. Knowledge of proper instruments and materials to assist with safe/successful treatment visits.
• Exhibit enthusiastic and positive, team-player attitude at all times.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Orthodontic Experience 1 year or General/Pediatric 1 year.
• Experience with Dentrix Ascend or Dolphin.

Skills/Abilities:

• Good interpersonal skills to develop an effective relationship with patients, parents, doctors, and team members.
• Typing skills for entries into patient charts.
• Effective verbal skills to communicate with and educate patients and parents to treatment.

Job Type: Full Time.

Salary: $20-24 hourly; $2,000 Sign On Bonus.

Benefits:

• 401k Plan.
• Free dental care for your children, Generous discount for orthodontic care of children.
• Health Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Generous PTO plan.
• Paid Holidays.