Orthodontic Assistant - Uncommon Orthodontics

Rock Dental • Nevada, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Uncommon Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. This role involves performing clinical and technical procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed Orthodontist. The assistant will prepare patient operatory and equipment and assist the doctor during examination and orthodontic treatment. The goal is to serve and provide superior support to doctors and to be an example of respect and caring for our customers and office personnel. This is a part-time position assisting at the Nevada, MO location.

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.

What This Job Offers

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