Hi friend!
Factoria Orthodontics is looking to add a full-time (Monday-Thursday) lead orthodontic assistant to join our awesome team! Prior orthodontic experience is required. We are looking for someone who is reliable, friendly, and detail-oriented. We want you to enjoy helping our patients and creating meaningful relationships with our patients and families. We like to make a real difference in people's lives, while enjoying what we do!
Please check out our website if you would like! www.FactoriaOrtho.com
Lead Orthodontic Assistant Duties
The lead orthodontic assistant will be in charge of ordering inventory, making sure clinic chairs are stocked, uploading orders for refinements, indirect bonding, expanders and appliances.
General Duties
Orthodontic Assistants are clinicians that help the orthodontist treat patients with the goal of straightening their teeth while getting the jaws to fit perfectly when they bite down. They assist the orthodontist in many aspects of patient care, and they perform certain procedures under the guidance of the orthodontist. They also have certain responsibilities throughout the day to help keep the clinic flowing and patients happy. The procedures and responsibilities of the lead orthodontic clinician includes but is not limited to:
· Being the best part of the patient's day!
· Greeting patients and/or parents and seating them for their appointments, while making them feel comfortable and/or excited about their treatment!
· Educating parents/patients about their treatment. e.g.: how to brush around the braces to prevent cavities or how to ensure their aligners are tracking, etc.
· Communicating with patients in an encouraging, uplifting manner that instills confidence and creates an excellent patient experience.
· Helping prepare the clinic at the start of the day, and preparing the treatment operatories prior to the patient’s appointment.
· Cleaning/sterilizing the operatories and equipment in between appointments.
· Entering chart notes regarding the day’s appointment and notes regarding the next appointment.
· Taking x-rays, extra-oral and intra-oral photography, and scanning people’s teeth using a digital scanner (iTero)
· Submitting any scans / prescriptions for lab work or aligners as needed.
· Preparing the patient’s teeth for bonding braces.
· Placing and removing arch wires, placing and cementing certain types of appliances like space maintainers or expanders.
· Bonding attachments for clear aligners.
· Having a full understanding of appliances and their purpose.
· Having a full, hands-on understanding, of all clinical procedures.
· Communicating effectively with clinical and administrative team members to create a positive, productive work environment.
Pay and Benefits
Factoria Orthodontics offers a very competitive compensation package, benefits, and great working environment.
Pay: $33-$36 per hour, based on candidate’s experience and skills.
In addition to the hourly pay, we also provide:
Monthly Incentives
Health Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off/Vacation Time
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Ready to Apply?
Please apply with a resume and cover letter. If we think you may be a good fit, than we will reach out to schedule an interview.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.00 - $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
Ability to Commute:
- Bellevue, WA 98006 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bellevue, WA 98006: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
