About the role
We are expanding our team! Looking for an Orthodontic Assistant who is able to work in a fast paced environment with a positive attitude. Must be an outgoing and reliable team player with a strong work ethic.
Duties include:
- Help to maintain patient flow pattern by seating patients promptly and begin procedures
- Place separators, elastic ties, and wires.
- Prepare teeth for bonding
- Remove braces and place lingual retainers
- Monitor oral hygiene of patients, instructs on correct brushing
- Sterilize instruments
- Keeps drawers stocked, clean, and replenished
- Communicate with patient/parent at each appointment and answer any questions
- Take CBCT scans and iTero scans
- Chart accurately using Dolphin software
- Assist Orthodontist in any given procedure
- Anticipate what doctor may need during appointment and takes action
- Manage chair side time efficiently
- Performs daily side work
- Attend all other staff meetings and morning huddles
- Abide by established office policies and procedures
- Represent the practice in a positive way inside and outside of the office