Orthodontic Assistant Lehi UT

If you enjoy variety at your job, Professional Dental is the perfect place for you as you will have the opportunity to work in more than one office Full time or 32 - 40 hours /week Unparalleled support to grow your career A culture that celebrates success and diversity Flexible schedule 2 more items(s)

• +2 years experience as a Orthodontic Assistant (required)
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
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• Being adaptable and a team player will be essential to your work at Professional Dental
• Orthodontic assistants will be responsible for their own travel between offices
• You'll be an important member of the clinical team dedicated to serving patients
• You'll be supporting many sides of the practice, greeting and guiding patients, and helping out across the office as needed
• Welcome patients to the dental office
• Assist with all phases of orthodontic treatment as directed by the Doctors and/or treatment plan
• Prepare teeth for the placement of brackets and bands
• Prepare and secure orthodontic wires
• Make patients feel comfortable, at ease and welcome to the Practice by engaging patient and/or parent in conversation
• Select and set up instruments, equipment, and material needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Complete accurate notes in patient records as required
• Follow OSHA guidelines and maintain safe and effective working habits; report any unsafe instruments or procedures to the Practice Manager
• Answer patient/parent questions if appropriate or refer them to the Doctor or another staff member who can assist them
• Assist the dentist as needed
• Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked