Ortho Dental Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Ortho Dental Assistant and Schedule Coordinator to join our vibrant dental team. In this multifaceted role, you will provide exceptional chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures, ensuring patient comfort and clinical efficiency. Additionally, you will expertly manage appointment scheduling, patient communications, and administrative tasks to keep our practice running smoothly. Your enthusiasm for patient care combined with your organizational skills will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel valued and cared for at every visit. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, patient-focused dental practice dedicated to excellence in oral health.

Duties

• Assist orthodontists during procedures such as bracket placement, wire adjustments, and appliance modifications using dental instruments and clinical techniques.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up necessary equipment including 3D scanners and dental x-ray machines, and ensuring infection prevention protocols are followed.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-ray) while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA and infection control standards.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of medical documentation.
• Coordinate appointment scheduling for orthodontic treatments, follow-up visits, and general dentistry services using patient management software; confirm appointments via phone or digital communication.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, orthodontic care instructions, and post-treatment protocols to promote optimal outcomes.
• Maintain clinical supplies, process dental instruments for sterilization, and ensure all dental equipment is functioning correctly in accordance with infection prevention management policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant with a focus on orthodontics dentistry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, dental equipment, and clinical procedures including dental sterilization procedures and aseptic techniques.
• Familiarity with patient management software is highly desirable.
• Ability to perform dental x-ray procedures accurately while following radiation safety guidelines.
• Excellent communication skills as a Patient Coordinator; capable of managing patient inquiries professionally and empathetically.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, vital signs measurement, medical imaging techniques, and oral surgery procedures is advantageous.
• Understanding of healthcare infection prevention and control standards essential for maintaining a safe clinical environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in four-handed dentistry setups alongside dentists; demonstrate proficiency in dental instrument processing and endodontic or prosthodontic support when needed.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to handle medical records, medical documentation, and clinical confidentiality policies effectively.

Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care and efficient practice management!

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Orthodontic appliances • Oral hygiene • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Patient question and concern management • Equipment safety procedures • Vital signs • HIPAA compliance • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Phone communication • Image acquisition for patient care • In-person customer service • Oral surgery assistance experience • Practice management software • HIPAA • Full-time • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Medical 3D scanning • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Preparing medical treatment area • 401(k) • Hospital radiation policies • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Records management • Endodontics • Paid time off • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Health record tracking • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • Vision insurance • 401(k) matching • In-person • Clinical confidentiality policies • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Patient scheduling via phone • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Paid sick time • Radiation protection measures • Autoclaving