full-time 7 days ago
Orthodontic Assistant - Dental Assistant
High Line Smile Design
New York, NY 10001
27 - 37/hr
About the Practice
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Software Software
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Job Description
Are you:
Warm and friendly,
Industrious,
Enthusiastic/high energy ,
Able to deliver impeccable customer service ,
Love working with your hands to help create beautiful, confident smiles?
Our modern boutique orthodontics practice is looking for a clinical dental assistant who meets these criteria!
First and foremost your job is to make sure our patients have a stellar experience every time they come see us.
You must be RELIABLE (come to work on time every day you are scheduled), professional, and have a can-do attitude.
You must be able to remain poised under pressure and multi-task. Accuracy and diligence in follow-through and attention to detail are essential. A team-player mentality is a must!
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The ideal candidate is a New York State licensed Registered Dental Assistant, currently training to become one, or open to take the required courses and exams to become one.
In order to be considered a RDA you must have:
1. Graduated from an accredited assisting program, have
2. Passed all exams of the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), and
3. Have a valid RDA license number in New York State
Applicants who are dental assistants who qualify for a Limited Permit will also be considered.
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TO APPLY PLEASE:
1. SUBMIT A COVER LETTER WITH YOUR RESUMÉ TO APPLY. THE COVER LETTER SHOULD BRIEFLY DETAIL WHY YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR THE POSITION and WHAT ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT EXPERIENCE YOU HAVE, IF ANY.
2. INDICATE IDEAL WORK SCHEDULE: PART TIME OR FULL TIME, DAYS OF WEEK AND HOURS, or LIMITATIONS TO WORKING DURING BUSINESS HOURS M-F, 9AM-5PM OR 10AM-6PM.
We see patients 3 days a week with 1-2 administrative days, the ideal candidate is looking to work 3-4 days a week, although there is flexibility for more or less for the ideal candidate.
BE SURE THAT THIS OFFICE LOCATION, IN MANHATTAN, WORKS FOR YOU.
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Responsibilities:
- Getting to the office before the first patient appointment to prepare for the day
- Setting operatories up with necessary materials and infection control barriers prior to procedures
- Seating patients with a warm smile and friendly engagement
- Taking diagnostic photos, iTero 3D scans, radiographs
- Tying and untying arch wires, placing open coils and power chains, etc.
- Assisting with braces bonding
- Completing indirect bonding independently
- Working with custom digital orthodontic systems like LightForce and inBrace lingual braces
- Placing clear aligner attachments
- Giving patient instructions
- Tracking and submitting lab work
- Taking alginate impressions
- Pouring models, making essix retainers, minor lab work
- Taking dictation for and typing chart notes--fast touch typing skills (you can type accurately without looking at the keyboard) are a PLUS!
- Stocking and organizing instruments in operatories, monitoring inventory and ordering supplies
- Sterilizing instruments, monitoring spore tests
- Preparing chairs in between patients
- Removing composite/attachments from teeth (if a Registered Dental Hygienist)
- Helping to tidy the clinical area and office at the end of the day, general housekeeping
- Doing what it takes to help the team run a smooth, stress-free, and on-time patient schedule
- Helping at the front desk when needed
This position can be three to four days a week; a fifth day is possible with administrative duties.
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
Benefits include:
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Time Off
- 401k matching and profit sharing after vesting period
- Dental, Vision, and Health care flex spending
- Commuter benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Tuition towards dental licensure program where applicable
Apply with your resume and a cover letter explaining why you’re excited to join us. Applications with thoughtful cover letters will receive preferential consideration! If you're especially interested, send us a brief video telling us why you were born to be a Smile Sales Consultant, text letters or videos to 617-651-1197 or email OrthoWorkNYC@gmail.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $27.00 - $37.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 – 38.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Flextime
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Ability to Commute:
New York, NY 10001 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
New York, NY 10001: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Warm and friendly,
Industrious,
Enthusiastic/high energy ,
Able to deliver impeccable customer service ,
Love working with your hands to help create beautiful, confident smiles?
Our modern boutique orthodontics practice is looking for a clinical dental assistant who meets these criteria!
First and foremost your job is to make sure our patients have a stellar experience every time they come see us.
You must be RELIABLE (come to work on time every day you are scheduled), professional, and have a can-do attitude.
You must be able to remain poised under pressure and multi-task. Accuracy and diligence in follow-through and attention to detail are essential. A team-player mentality is a must!
***************************************************************************************
The ideal candidate is a New York State licensed Registered Dental Assistant, currently training to become one, or open to take the required courses and exams to become one.
In order to be considered a RDA you must have:
1. Graduated from an accredited assisting program, have
2. Passed all exams of the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), and
3. Have a valid RDA license number in New York State
Applicants who are dental assistants who qualify for a Limited Permit will also be considered.
****************************************************************************************
TO APPLY PLEASE:
1. SUBMIT A COVER LETTER WITH YOUR RESUMÉ TO APPLY. THE COVER LETTER SHOULD BRIEFLY DETAIL WHY YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR THE POSITION and WHAT ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT EXPERIENCE YOU HAVE, IF ANY.
2. INDICATE IDEAL WORK SCHEDULE: PART TIME OR FULL TIME, DAYS OF WEEK AND HOURS, or LIMITATIONS TO WORKING DURING BUSINESS HOURS M-F, 9AM-5PM OR 10AM-6PM.
We see patients 3 days a week with 1-2 administrative days, the ideal candidate is looking to work 3-4 days a week, although there is flexibility for more or less for the ideal candidate.
BE SURE THAT THIS OFFICE LOCATION, IN MANHATTAN, WORKS FOR YOU.
****************************************************************************************
Responsibilities:
- Getting to the office before the first patient appointment to prepare for the day
- Setting operatories up with necessary materials and infection control barriers prior to procedures
- Seating patients with a warm smile and friendly engagement
- Taking diagnostic photos, iTero 3D scans, radiographs
- Tying and untying arch wires, placing open coils and power chains, etc.
- Assisting with braces bonding
- Completing indirect bonding independently
- Working with custom digital orthodontic systems like LightForce and inBrace lingual braces
- Placing clear aligner attachments
- Giving patient instructions
- Tracking and submitting lab work
- Taking alginate impressions
- Pouring models, making essix retainers, minor lab work
- Taking dictation for and typing chart notes--fast touch typing skills (you can type accurately without looking at the keyboard) are a PLUS!
- Stocking and organizing instruments in operatories, monitoring inventory and ordering supplies
- Sterilizing instruments, monitoring spore tests
- Preparing chairs in between patients
- Removing composite/attachments from teeth (if a Registered Dental Hygienist)
- Helping to tidy the clinical area and office at the end of the day, general housekeeping
- Doing what it takes to help the team run a smooth, stress-free, and on-time patient schedule
- Helping at the front desk when needed
This position can be three to four days a week; a fifth day is possible with administrative duties.
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
Benefits include:
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Time Off
- 401k matching and profit sharing after vesting period
- Dental, Vision, and Health care flex spending
- Commuter benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Tuition towards dental licensure program where applicable
Apply with your resume and a cover letter explaining why you’re excited to join us. Applications with thoughtful cover letters will receive preferential consideration! If you're especially interested, send us a brief video telling us why you were born to be a Smile Sales Consultant, text letters or videos to 617-651-1197 or email OrthoWorkNYC@gmail.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $27.00 - $37.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 – 38.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Flextime
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Ability to Commute:
New York, NY 10001 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
New York, NY 10001: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Patient care
• Dental Assisting
• Teamwork
• Certified Dental Assistant
• Registered Dental Assistant
• Dental Assisting
• Teamwork
• Certified Dental Assistant
• Registered Dental Assistant
About High Line Smile Design
High Line Orthodontics in Chelsea, New York offers a wide variety of orthodontic treatment services for patients of all ages. Dr. Pompei is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) and is dedicated to providing patient-centered, convenient care. Their mission is to offer a truly unique orthodontic experience based on excellence, empathy, efficiency, ethics, and a clean environment.