Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Job description:
At Charles River Orthodontics, our number one priority is providing our patients with the best care in a welcoming environment. We believe that in order to provide the best care, we need to find the best people and talent to join our team. We are currently looking to add an Orthodontic Assistant to our growing office. An Orthodontic Assistant’s top priority is excellent patient care. We strive to deliver this excellent care, along with exceptional customer service, while creating a a fun and caring environment for our patients and team members!

This job requires an outgoing, energetic personality. You determine the patient’s overall experience in our office. Your job requires attention to detail and accuracy. You are executing the treatment plan provided by the doctor. It is crucial that you listen to the doctor’s directions, perform the procedure correctly, and efficiently, and accurately document the patient’s chart. It is also important to be able to form a strong, positive relationship with each patients and work well with your fellow team members.

Qualities in a strong clinical technician:
Time Management, Organized, Attention to Detail, Pep in Your Step, Friendly, Outgoing, Team Player
Duties:
The Orthodontic Assistant is responsible for assisting the orthodontist in clinical treatment of patients. The Orthodontic Assistant is also responsible for the cleanliness of the clinical area, sterilization of instruments, stocking all the clinical supplies, and regularly cleaning and maintaining the equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):
Cleaning and preparation of units/chairs before each patient.

Greet and seat patients, never leaving a seated patient unattended.

Anticipate and assist the orthodontist’s needs at all times.

Charting of patient procedures to include charges (if applicable), procedure and length of time for next visit.

Dismissal of patient and explanation of procedure to parent with review of progress.

Taking radiographs: panoramic, cephalometric
Placement and removal of separator
Utilizing intraoral scanner
Checking all patient appliances prior to adjustment or wire changes
Intraoral and extraoral photographs
Changing archwires or elastic ties
Working with Invisalign: submitting cases, placing attachments, delivering aligners
Adjustment of removable appliances
Banding and bonding procedures
Debanding/debonding procedures
Give patient instruction for cooperation and motivation
Documentation of all communication and procedures in patient chart
Fabrication, delivery, and fitting of retainers
Cleaning and replenishing of supplies
Preparing bracket setups
Perform other tasks as assigned by the orthodontist(s)
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or GED
Radiology Certification
MA Dental Assistant License
Orthodontic Experience 6 months (but not required)
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Good interpersonal skills to develop an effective relationship with patients, parents, doctors, and team members.

Typing skills for entries into patient charts.

Effective verbal skills to communicate with and educate patients and parents about treatment.

JOB TYPE: Full Time or Part Time (Monday-Friday)
SALARY: Generous Salary + Bonuses
LOCATIONS: 1 office
BENEFITS:
Employee Discount
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Continuing Education
License Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Free parking
Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
Continuing education credits
Employee discount
Free parking
Health insurance
License reimbursement
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Massachusetts Dental Assisting License (Required)
Work Location: In person