Dental Assistant - Orthodontics

SALT Dental Partners•Corvallis, Oregon

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Exceptional Dental Team! Are you someone who genuinely enjoys working with people and wants to be part of a team that makes a real impact on patients’ lives? At Paventy & Brown Orthodontics, we’re looking for individuals who care about the experience just as much as the outcome. Paventy & Brown Orthodontics is a growing, multi-location practice built around one simple idea: patients should feel comfortable, cared for, and confident every step of the way. We combine high-quality orthodontic care with a friendly, upbeat environment that keeps patients (and team members) excited to be here. Our team is made up of hardworking, supportive people who take pride in what they do. We value consistency, communication, and showing up for each other just as much as we do for our patients.

Requirements

Six (6) or more months of practical experience as an orthodontic assistant.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Completion of a CODA-accredited dental assisting program.
Quick learner with problem solving skills
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Technical and troubleshooting skills for software applications used for charting, patient records, scheduling, etc.
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in fitting bands and brackets, tying in arch wires and taking consistent, accurate impressions.
Desire and ability to learn new skills and be a team player.
Commitment to being punctual and reporting to work on time.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the desire for professional growth.
Be organized and possess a superior knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology.

Responsibilities

Greet and engage patients with respect and a smile.
Ensure patients are well informed and comfortable - before, during, and after their appointment - about their treatment and oral health.
Take and process dental radiographs, impressions and intraoral photos.
Prepares and sterilizes treatment room and equipment.
Provide chair-side assistance to Providers during treatment procedures.
Documents orthodontic care services by charting in patients’ records.
Assist the orthodontist in assessing a patient's teeth and implementing a plan to straighten them.
Perform routine orthodontic duties, including cleaning and adjusting orthodontic gear.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and patient-centric working environment.
Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g, OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, Employee Handbook).