What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Dental/Orthodontic Assistant position at Demko Orthodontics?
Clinical Orthodontic Assistant:
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Demko Orthodontics has been in Dental Arts for over 100 years and we are looking for a Full time Orthodontic Assistant to promote our mission, vision and values. We service patients in Chesterfield, MO, Washington, MO, and St. Charles, MO we want an individual who is willing to travel to service and provide excellent patient care.
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Job Duties and Qualifications:
- Prepares patient for Orthodontic treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating and recording accurate documentation during the appointment.
- Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and educating to better the treatment and health of the patient.
- Provide instrumentation by sterlizating and delivering instruments to treatment area as well as cleaning up to OSHA and Demko Orthodontics standards.
- Provide materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and then in the patient's mouth.
- Ensure operation of Orthodontic equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
- Maintains supply inventory for the laboratory and clinic, by checking stock to determine inventory levels; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Provide accurate reporting of records for patients: taking photographs, x-rays, scans and impressions.
- Comprehensive understanding of instruments and treatments.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Proficient in traditional braces and Invisalign
- Superior hand-eye coordination
- Must be a Team player
- Must be a Multitasker
- Excellent communication skills with youth and adult patients.
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Experience in one of the below:
- 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant preferred.
- Will Train the right applicant
- Successful completion of a dental assistant licensing program as per state guidelines.
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Hours
- Monday- Friday
- Schedule of locations are planned out a year in advance
- Clinical Staff travels with Dr Demko
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Benefits:
- Uniforms provided
- Paid Holidays
- Bonus/Incentive pay
- Profit Sharing
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Continuing Education & accommodations
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Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
