Orthodontic Records Technician

Overview

Our Orthodontic Office is looking for a friendly, reliable, and detail-oriented Part-Time Records Technician to join our orthodontic team!

The Records Technician will be responsible for obtaining high-quality patient records to assist our orthodontists in diagnosing patients and developing treatment plans. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with patients, is comfortable learning new technology, and thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Take high-quality intraoral and extraoral patient photographs
• Take orthodontic X-rays, including panoramic and cephalometric X-rays
• Perform 3D scans of patients when needed
• Prepare and organize patient records for orthodontic consultations and treatment planning
• Ensure all photographs, X-rays, and scans are properly captured and uploaded into the patient's chart
• Explain the records process to patients in a friendly and professional manner
• Follow all office protocols for patient safety, infection control, and equipment use
• Maintain and clean records equipment and keep the records area organized
• Communicate with doctors and clinical team members regarding patient records
• Provide an excellent patient experience from start to finish
• Assist with other clinical or administrative duties as needed

Skills

• Previous dental, orthodontic, or healthcare experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate
• Comfortable working with computers and learning new technology
• Strong attention to detail
• Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable interacting with patients of all ages
• Able to follow instructions and work independently
• Reliable, punctual, and organized
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment
• Willingness to learn how to operate X-ray and 3D scanning equipment
• Must be able to follow all applicable safety and office protocols

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is personable, energetic, dependable, and eager to learn. The ideal candidate is comfortable talking with patients and can make them feel relaxed while obtaining their records.

Orthodontic experience is not required — we will provide training for the right person!

We value energetic individuals who are eager to learn and contribute positively to our patients’ smiles! If you are looking for an opportunity to join a fun orthodontic team and learn valuable clinical skills, we would love to hear from you!

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Panoramic imaging • Patient comfort • Computer operation • Medical chart preparation • Medical image documentation • Dental office • Maintaining an organized workspace • Part-time • Image acquisition for patient care • Medical equipment operation • In-person customer service • Patient safety measures implementation • Client file management • Assisting medical staff • Medical 3D scanning • Treatment planning support • Attention to detail • Medical record retrieval • Ability to follow instructions • Dental equipment • Cleaning • Digital dental impression taking • Infection control regulations • Computer skills • Patient interaction • In-person • Patient education • Managing patient records • Entry level • Under 1 year • Office record organization