What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Assistant position at Leavitt Orthodontics?
**NOTE: Dental Assistant certification/experience or Ortho Assistant experience required**
Leavitt Orthodontics, one of the leading orthodontic clinics in Southeast Idaho, is
seeking an an Orthodontic Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be friendly
and outgoing, possess excellent organizational skills, work well in a busy setting, be
able to effectively multitask, and is a team player.
Leavitt Orthodontics’ primary goal is for everyone (patients and team members) to feel
the “Leavitt Love” by building up people and making a positive difference in individual
lives. We seek team members who share this same goal and values.
Job Duties
- Great patients and make sure they are comfortably seated
- Assist orthodontist during patient examinations, procedures and adjustments
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Make impressions of patients’ teeth for the creation of orthodontic appliances
- Help install and maintain devices in a patient’s mouth including braces, retainers,
- brackets, and aligners
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and care for orthodontic
- appliances
- Attend all staff meetings, front office meetings, and daily huddles
Qualifications
- Required: Dental Assistant experience or certification -or- Ortho Assistance experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail
Wage and Benefits
- $15 - $24/hr. DOE
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Orthodontia benefit for self and family
Office Hours
- Tuesday – Thursday, 7:15 am – 5:30 pm
- Every other Monday and Friday
Interest in Applying?
Go online to learn more: drleavittortho.com/careers
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Pocatello, ID 83201 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pocatello, ID 83201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $24