Orthodontic Assistant - Scarsdale Pediatric Dental Associates

Specialty Dental Brands-NY • Village of Scarsdale, NY

87d

About The Position

Scarsdale Pediatric Dentistry, we are a welcoming, family-focused practice in Scarsdale, NY, looking for dedicated dental professionals to join our team. We pride ourselves on creating a fun, safe, and comfortable environment for our young patients while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace for our staff. If you’re enthusiastic, compassionate, and committed to excellence in pediatric dental care, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience is required (orthodontics preferred)
• Be self-motivated, organized, and have a positive attitude
• Possess great understanding of dental terminology
• Have excellent communication and written skills
• Have excellent public relations skills
• Work well with patients and team
• Be experienced in delivering high-level customer service
• Committed to the position arriving on time daily and staying late as needed

Responsibilities

• Help to maintain patient flow pattern by seating patients promptly and begin procedures
• Place separators, elastic chains, and wires
• Prepare teeth for bonding of braces and Invisalign attachments
• Scale cement and check patient for loose brackets or bonds
• Monitor oral hygiene of patients, instruct on correct brushing
• Deliver all instruments to sterilization to be sterilized
• Keep drawers stocked, clean, and replenished
• Debrief patient and parents after appointments
• Take X-rays, CBCT, iTero scans, and impressions
• Chart notes for patients seen, chart scheduling of next appointment type needed and the weeks out
• Answer any questions for parents regarding treatment
• Assist Orthodontist in any given procedure
• Anticipate what doctor may need during appointment and take action
• Clean chair and move around clinic with sense of urgency
• Back up Sterilization
• Perform side tasks daily and/or monthly as assigned by Clinic Coordinator
• Attend all other staff meetings and Daily Huddles
• Abide by established office policies and procedures
• Represent the practice in a positive way inside and outside of the office

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees