Lead Orthodontic Assistant

Benevis•Dundalk, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Orthodontic Assistant is the clinical leader at the office level responsible for providing support to the Orthodontic Manager for the day-to-day functions of the Orthodontic office and to the Orthodontists for clinical orthodontic treatment.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited senior high school or GED equivalent
At least 2+ years of Orthodontic Experience
Orthodontic or Dental Assistant Certification (State dependent) and be willing to work in the general dental practice as needed
X-ray certification, other certified dental assistant credentials are required (state and position specific)
Train and lead new Ortho Assistants in all Orthodontic procedures.
Must love working with children
Effectively communicate and exchange information with patients, their parents, clinicians, and staff
Operate a computer, keyboard, and standard office equipment
Lift/carry up to 30 lbs and be able to twist, turn, bend, and stoop

Responsibilities

Demonstrated supervisory ability
Ensure the office delivers quality care to every patient
Assists Orthodontist during examination and treatment of patients.
Assist Orthodontic Team in optimizing the efficiency of the office to better serve our patients through building teamwork and scheduling patients and staffing Ortho Assistants effectively.
Assist with the recruiting and hiring, as well as responsible for the training of new ortho assistants
Responsible for upholding the office to the highest integrity by adhering to all government regulations and company standards
Ensure all parents are guided through our processes before treatment, are educated in oral hygiene instruction, and are provided pre- and post-operative instructions.
Responsible for the operational readiness of the clinical section of the office
Responsible for ensuring dental equipment is working properly and be point of contact with supply representatives and service technicians.
Prepare patient for examination and treatment
Take quality orthodontic facial photos
Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures
Mix amalgam, cement, pulp paste and prepare impression materials
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
Assist professional orthodontic staff with treatment
Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient chart
Pour, trim and polish impression casts
Fabricate custom impression trays
Performs and holds staff to the highest integrity by adhering to all government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs
Other duties as assigned.