Orthodontic Assistant at Dunn Orthodontics

Description

Dunn Orthodontics is seeking a skilled and passionate Orthodontic Assistant to join our well-established team. With a strong reputation for exceptional patient care and cutting-edge treatment options, this is an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a thriving, patient-centered practice. Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.

Website: Dunn Orthodontics

• Be part of a team that creates confident, life-changing smiles every day
• Work in a positive, supportive, and team-oriented environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Assist the orthodontist during patient treatments, including but not limited to placing and removing braces, taking impressions, adjusting wires, and applying and removing elastics and other orthodontic appliances.
• Ensure the patient is comfortable during procedures and respond to patient needs as necessary.
• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, explaining procedures and addressing any concerns.
• Ensure that patients are properly positioned and that instruments and materials are within reach to assist the orthodontist efficiently.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials used for treatments, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
• Maintain clinical areas, ensuring they are clean, organized, and well-stocked with necessary supplies.
• Take diagnostic X-rays, panoramic images, or digital scans as required for treatment planning.
• Assist in maintaining accurate patient records by updating and recording treatment progress, notes, and X-ray results in the practice management system (EHR/PMS).
• Assist with the fitting, adjustment, and removal of orthodontic appliances such as retainers, expanders, and braces.
• Provide post-treatment instructions to patients for retainer care and the importance of regular follow-up visits.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred.
• X-ray certification
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as an orthodontic assistant or dental assistant, with a focus on orthodontic procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with patients, families, and the orthodontic team.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

Join our team and be part of a practice dedicated to excellence in orthodontic care. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, apply today!