Job Summary
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Orthodontic Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will directly contribute to creating beautiful smiles and improving patient confidence. In this energetic role, you will support orthodontists by providing exceptional chairside assistance, managing patient care, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help deliver outstanding orthodontic treatments in a friendly, patient-centered environment. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in pediatric dentistry, general dentistry, and specialized orthodontic procedures while making a positive impact on patients’ lives.
Duties
- Assist orthodontists during various procedures including bracket placement, wire adjustments, and appliance fittings with precision and efficiency
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing dental instruments, setting up necessary equipment such as 3D scanners and dental x-ray machines, and ensuring all tools are ready for use
- Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) while adhering to infection prevention management protocols and aseptic techniques
- Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Educate patients on orthodontic care instructions, oral hygiene practices, and post-treatment procedures to promote optimal outcomes
- Monitor vital signs and assist with medical imaging as needed to support comprehensive patient assessments
- Maintain clinical cleanliness by following strict infection control policies, sterilizing instruments, and managing dental sterilization procedures efficiently
- Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering patient inquiries as a dental receptionist, and managing patient management software for seamless clinic flow
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Dental Assistant with a focus on orthodontics or pediatric dentistry preferred; strong background in general dentistry is also valuable
- Proficiency with EMR systems including Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar platforms for accurate medical documentation and record keeping
- Knowledge of dental terminology, dental equipment operation, and clinical confidentiality policies essential for maintaining high standards of patient care
- Familiarity with dental sterilization procedures, infection prevention management, aseptic techniques, and infection control protocols required for safe practice
- Ability to perform dental x-ray procedures accurately while adhering to safety standards; experience with 3D scanners is a plus
- Strong understanding of anatomy knowledge related to oral surgery and endodontics enhances your ability to assist effectively
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members including dental receptionists and healthcare professionals while delivering exceptional patient care
- Certification in X-ray technology or radiography is highly desirable; ongoing training in medical terminology and healthcare infection prevention is encouraged
Join us in delivering top-tier orthodontic care with energy and professionalism! This paid role offers the chance to develop your expertise in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in dental health.
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
