What are the responsibilities and job description for the PART-TIME ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT position at Elko Dental Specialists?
Looking for a talented PART-TIME ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT for our wonderful office!
You will work collaboratively with our team to make quality patient care a priority. We expect you to greet and prepare orthodontic patients for care, assist orthodontist in a positive manner while administering care and maintaining instruments/supplies. You will also handle and resolve patient concerns with enthusiasm and empathy.
All employees are expected to contribute to the success of our practice by demonstrating shared values to be discussed during interview process.
Desired Characteristics, not limited to:
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Excellent oral and written communication/documentation skills
- Dependable/Reliable
- Maintain Confidentiality
- Ability to anticipate and work at a steady pace
- Good hand/eye coordination, manual dexterity and precision
- Detail Oriented
- Basic computer skills and digital photography
- Well organized
- Confident
- Self motivated
- Motivated to enhance skills through continuing education opportunities
- Provide patient/parent education and oral hygiene guidance
Physical demands: Must be able to sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time and be able to twist, turn, bend and stoop. Will be required to use hands and eyes in a very detailed and skilled way in the patient’s mouth.
Priority will be given to candidates who have had hands-on orthodontic assisting experience.
Starting wages Depends on Experience.
Please drop off your resume to 1760 Browning Way or email. We look forward to meeting you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25
