Ortho Dental Assistant - Part Time
Familia Dental
About the Practice
Job Description
Our Familia Dental office is looking for dedicated candidates to join our team part-time as an Orthodontic Dental Assistant! We provide on the job training, so certification is not required to be hired as an Ortho DA.
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About the Company
Familia Dental was established in 2008 and has grown rapidly because of our quality dentistry and our caring, compassionate approach to all people. Our practice exemplifies the core values of quality, honesty, and care in everything that we do. Our company strives in community outreach and internal growth. Join our family to be a part of giving back to your community and making a difference every day. Familia Dental is a big believer in internal growth, making it a great company to turn a job into a career.
Benefits for Part-time Employees: Flex Time, 401K, financial advisors, on-demand pay (receive part of your check early)!
Position Overview
The Ortho Assistant performs many tasks requiring both interpersonal and technical skills. To effectively and efficiently assist the dentist in providing dental care to patients and to promote Familia Dental’s culture and mission and values.
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Responsibilities/ Duties:
Maintaining accurate records of patients' oral health histories and treatment progress.
Ensuring that all orthodontic instruments and equipment are properly sterilized before each use.
Keeping patients’ mouths dry during orthodontic procedures by using a suction hose as needed.
Taking intraoral X-rays of patients’ mouths.
Taking photographs of patients’ teeth to aid the Orthodontist in developing treatment plans and to document patient progress.
Taking dental molds of patients’ teeth for the fabrication of customized mouth guards and retainers.
Removing and replacing wires, coil springs, donuts, and elastic bands.
Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices and braces aftercare.
Other duties as assigned.
Note: state regulations may vary, so duties will vary to align with state regulations.
Requirements:
Qualifications/Skill Sets
Expert-level knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
Advanced proficiency in dental software and technology
Strong leadership and mentoring skills
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Superior communication skills with patients and team members
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
In-depth understanding of dental insurance and billing procedures
Proficiency in infection control and sterilization techniques
Ability to adapt to new technologies and procedures quickly
Strong organizational and time management skills
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Availability / Schedule:
Working hours between: M-F, 08:45 AM - 05:30 PM and Sat, 08:45 AM - 01:00 PM
Part time employment:
2+ days a week, 29 hours or less per week
available to work Saturdays, when needed
multiple half day shifts or fewer full day shifts
About Familia Dental
At Familia Dental, we believe that dental care should be effortless and affordable. When you join our team of licensed healthcare providers, you are joining the ranks of peers who are committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients. Familia Dental offers the best in patient care to under-served communities and we are truly family-focused, treating kids and adults in all of our clinical offices. Located across 6 states, with more than 40 locations, and 700+ employees, Familia Dental is one of the fastest-growing dental groups in the US. Every practice is supported by Familia Dental Management, a network of administrative and non-clinical-support services including marketing, scheduling, billing, HR, and other business-related structures.