Orthodontic Assistant
Smile Doctors•Fort Worth, TX
About The Position
Anthony Patel Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to deliver a positive clinical experience to patients while following company policies and applicable state dental laws, rules, and regulations under the direction and supervision of an Orthodontist. The role supports clinical care, patient flow, laboratory work, remote monitoring, patient education, and infection control. The assistant may also contribute to local marketing and community events.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of previous orthodontic experience, or six months of experience as a Smile Doctor’s Orthodontic Clinician I.
- Dental Assistant certification if required by the state Dental Board.
- Radiography certification if required by the state Dental Board.
- CPR certification if required by the state Dental Board.
- Ability to build rapport with patients.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers.
- Ability to use hand tools.
- Ability to prioritize patient care, manage full schedules, and multitask.
Responsibilities
- Assist with placing and removing orthodontic appliances and taking full records under the Orthodontist’s supervision.
- Perform procedures accurately and efficiently to maintain the schedule and patient flow.
- Review patient charts, record appropriate patient data, and transcribe doctor notes.
- Perform laboratory procedures under the Orthodontist’s supervision.
- Assist the Point with final patient checks and leading patient flow.
- Administer the remote monitoring dashboard, including reviewing and triaging patient scans, responding to direct patient messages, and triaging notifications.
- Educate patients about orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
- Clean, sterilize, and prepare equipment and the operatory according to standard protocols.
- Assist with Local Store Marketing and community events.
- Follow all infection-control policies and protocols.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) plan.
- Two weeks of paid time off in the first year and paid holidays.
- Discounts on braces and clear aligners for the employee and family members.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
