What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Assistant at Hi5 Orthodontics position at Specialty Dental Brands-WA?
Description
Are you a dedicated, hard-working individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you have a passion for providing excellent patient care and contributing to a dynamic team? If so, we want you to join our fun and energetic orthodontic office!
As an Orthodontic Assistant, you will be a key part of our team, working directly with patients to ensure a smooth and positive experience while supporting our orthodontists in providing top-notch dental care.
Duties include:
- Help to maintain patient flow pattern by seating patients promptly and begin procedures
- Place separators, elastic chains, and wires.
- Prepare teeth for bonding of braces and Invisalign attachments
- Scales cement and checks patient for loose brackets or bonds Monitor oral hygiene of patients, instructs on correct brushing
- Deliver all instruments to sterilization to be sterilized
- Keeps drawers stocked, clean, and replenished Debriefs patient and parents after appointments Take X-rays, CBCT, iTero scans, and impressions.
- Charts notes for patients seen, Chart scheduling of next appointment type needed and the weeks out
- Answers any questions for parents regarding treatment
- Assists Orthodontist in any given procedure
- Anticipates what doctor may need during appointment and takes action
- Cleans chair and moves around clinic with sense of urgency
- Back up Sterilization
- Preforms side tasks daily and/or monthly as assigned by Clinic Coordinator
- Attends all other staff meetings and Daily Huddles.
- Abide by established office policies and procedures
- Representing the practice in a positive way inside and outside of the office.
Why Join Us?
- A fun, friendly, and supportive team environment
- Opportunity for growth and development within the orthodontic field
- Competitive pay and benefits
- A fast-paced office that makes every day exciting and different
- Work in a modern, well-equipped facility with the latest technology
If you're passionate about orthodontics, enjoy working hard, and are looking for a workplace where you can grow, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and bring your energy and enthusiasm to our team!
Requirements
- At least 1 year of dental assisting experience is required (orthodontics preferred)
- be self-motivated, organized, and have a positive attitude
- possess great understanding of dental terminology
- have excellent communication and written skills
- have excellent public relations skills
- work well with patients and team
- be experienced in delivering high-level customer service
- Committed to the position arriving on time daily and staying late as needed.
Salary : $22 - $26
