Lead Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Orthodontic Dental Assistant

$300 Signing Bonus!

ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A FRESH START? Are you an upbeat person that works well with patients and your teammates? Does it give you a smile when helping others improve theirs? Our team does not just change smiles – we improve the lives of families every day. Working with us means being challenged and being proud of what you do. It means being a mentor and a friend. It means being part of a change that starts with each patient. Our compassion and drive make us the best at what we do every day. This is the time to join an amazing group where you will be a part of making smiles happen every day and help us give back to the community through our Foundation and philanthropic projects. If this is YOU, MyOrthodontist would love to meet you!

Responsibilities:

• Clinical Assisting and Patient Care
  • Assist the Orthodontist with various procedures, including but not limited to, placing and removing braces, taking complete records, and fabricating retainers.
  • Educate patients and their families on proper oral hygiene and care for braces or other orthodontic appliances.
  • Review the patient’s chart, medical history and treatment plan and consent forms prior to treatment, identify any potential concerns for you and the orthodontist to consider.
  • Handle patient concerns and inquiries and ensure that all patient information is kept confidential.
  • Coordinate patient care, including scheduling appointments and communicating with patients and their families.
• Clinical Training and Management
  • Train and supervise other orthodontic assistants in proper patient care and orthodontic procedures.
  • Ensure that the orthodontic office is clean, organized, and properly stocked with supplies.
  • Manage inventory and ordering of supplies, including ordering materials and equipment for the orthodontic office.
  • Maintain accurate patient records and update patient information as needed.
  • Stay up to date with new developments in orthodontic technology and techniques
  • Attend and participate in all office meetings, continuing education events and morning huddles.
  • Be compliant with state and federal OSHA laws, infection control, safety standards in the office and operatory.

Salary: Competitive Salary based on Experience

Job Type : Full-time

Experience: Ortho Assisting: 2 years (Required)

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid FMLA
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student Loan Assistance

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Education: High school or equivalent (Required)

Language: English/Spanish (Preferred)

Willingness To Travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Dental Specialty:

• Orthodontics

Company's website:

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No