Orthodontic Assistant - Uncommon Orthodontics

Rock Dental Brands • Joplin, MO

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Uncommon Orthodontics is seeking a passionate and customer-focused Orthodontic Assistant to join their family-like work environment where fun and celebrating victories are encouraged. This role involves assisting the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care, performing clinical and technical procedures under direct supervision, preparing patient operatories and equipment, and assisting the doctor during examinations and orthodontic treatments. The goal is to serve and provide superior support to doctors and to be an example of respect and caring for customers and office personnel.

Requirements

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Computer literacy
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to anticipate team and doctor needs
• Respectful to fellow team members, patients, and the Doctor
• Genuinely nice and kind

Nice To Haves

• Dental assisting background
• Orthodontic assisting experience
• Familiarity with orthodontic appliances

Responsibilities

• Assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care is provided.
• Perform clinical and technical procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed Orthodontist.
• Prepare patient operatory and equipment.
• Assist the doctor during examination and ortho treatment.
• Communicate clearly and calmly the treatment needs to parent and patient utilizing prescribed treatment plan.
• Recognize and identify prior authorization requirements, along with ensuring signed consent forms.
• Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.
• Provide clear and concise documentation of all treatment rendered using electronic and paper dental records and forms.
• Perform general housekeeping and restocking as needed.
• Travel between the Joplin and Nevada, MO clinics will be required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Career growth opportunities
• Talented and motivated team who care about each other, our mission, and our patients
• Flexible health and insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Complimentary orthodontic treatments for you and your family
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• 401K retirement plan with matching company contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed