Ortho Assistant

Imagine working in a place which delivers best-in-class patient care and focuses on putting every patient first, every visit. Our guiding principle is empathy, and we want you to join us on our mission to transform the dental experience. Our practice partners with North American Dental Group, which provides us with the necessary support to fulfill our purpose of ensuring excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Partners with the practice team to provide excellent clinical support to help patients get the care they need.
• Prepares the patient for treatment and assists the Orthodontist by preparing materials and equipment.
• Provides excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to doctors, including but not limited to charting, operatory set/clean up, and patient education.
• Records and reviews patient health history, makes chart entries under the doctor's direction, and assures completion of forms and signatures in dental software.
• Enters and updates patient treatment plans at the direction of the treating doctor.
• Changes and removes wires, brackets, and adhesive; takes impressions and scans; prepares teeth for bonding.
• Prepares treatment estimates for review and discussion with the patient.
• Reviews the daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
• Prepares patient, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, maintains chain of asepsis, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures following OSHA guidelines.

Requirements

• 0-2 years' experience
• State licensure where specified
• Valid Dental Radiographer License for respective state requirements
• CPR Certification
• Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patients

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401k
• Competitive paid time off for full-time and part-time team members, which increases as you grow in your career with us
• Constant opportunities for career growth and continuing education
• An exciting atmosphere that allows for freedom and individuality, enabling our team to always strive to do the best for our patients

Schedule

Wednesdays only