What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Assistant position at Memphis Orthodontic Specialists?
Dental Assistant for Orthodontic office (Memphis)
We are an established orthodontic practice seeking to hire a Dental Assistant. We are looking for someone who is professional, motivated and a self-starter. We need someone who is punctual every morning, and gets along well with their colleagues. We have patients as young as four, teenagers, and adults into their sixties, so you must be able to handle a broad spectrum of behaviors and temperaments. Only applicants with a strong willingness to learn will be considered.
It is not required to be a registered dental assistant, however, experience in the dental/orthodontic field is a plus.
Daily tasks you must be able to perform include:
· Taking panorex and cephalometric x-rays
· Sterilization
· Alginate impressions
· Itero Scanning
· Patient and parent instruction
· Basic orthodontic tasks including changing archwires, singles/handilasts, etc
A little about our office:
Our practice was established in East Memphis in the 1960’s, and has built a reputation as one of the top orthodontic practices in the area. We pride ourselves on this, and it must be reflected in the attitudes and quality of care from our staff. Our practice has also grown to include locations that cater to Collierville and Munford and their respective surrounding areas. All staff are required to rotate to our branch offices at least once a week. Reliable transportation to East Memphis, Munford, and Collierville is required. Our hours are Monday-Thursday 8:00am to 5:00pm (Morning meeting 10-15 minutes before start time each day), and Friday 8:00am to 12:00pm.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Vacation and bonus opportunities will be available after a 90 day period, and a 401K available after 1 year of employment.
If you are open and willing to learn, and feel you fit these qualifications, please reply to this posting with your resume or fax both to (901) 767-2378. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person