Orthodontic Assistant

Benevis•Glen Burnie, MD

About The Position

Benevis is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support its mission of providing excellent, affordable dental care in the community. The role focuses on delivering compassionate patient care, assisting dental professionals with orthodontic treatment, and helping ensure the clinical environment and equipment are ready for patient care. The position includes interacting with children, who make up 70% or more of the patient base, and may involve participating in community events such as school screenings and presentations. Work is performed in a professional office, clinical, or support environment depending on the role and business needs. Scheduled hours and work location may vary based on business needs, and team members may be required to work extended or alternate hours during peak periods or to support operations.

Requirements

Orthodontic or Dental Assistant certification, where required by the state.
CPR/BLS certification required.
Willingness to travel within the territory assigned to the team.
High focus on customer service and satisfaction.
Must love working with children.
Compassion and a high level of service for patients, parents, and staff.
Integrity and commitment to doing the right thing.
Dependability and reliability in attending scheduled work.
Attention to detail.
Ability to organize work, manage multiple tasks, and consistently meet deadlines.
Professional manner and appearance at all times.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience in orthodontic assisting.

Responsibilities

Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient.
Guide parents and patients through processes before treatment.
Educate patients in oral hygiene and provide postoperative instruction.
Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
Take x-rays and save them to patient charts.
Take quality orthodontic facial photographs.
Ensure operational readiness.
Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.
Mix amalgam, cement, and pulp paste, and prepare impression materials.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
Clean chairs and rooms.
Assist professional dental staff with treatment.
Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient charts.
Pour, trim, and polish impression casts.
Fabricate custom impression trays.
Participate in local community events, including school screenings and presentations, to promote a positive image of the company.
Participate in morning huddles and recognize examples of customer focus and collaboration.
Adhere to government regulations, company standards, and compliance programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.