Orthodontic Clinician I

Smile Doctors • Livingston, NJ

2d • $22 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Orthodontic Clinician I is responsible for delivering a positive clinical experience to all patients while strictly adhering to company policies and state dental laws, rules, and regulations. This role operates under the direction and close supervision of an Orthodontist. The position involves assisting in orthodontic procedures, managing patient records, performing laboratory tasks, monitoring remote patient care, educating patients, and maintaining a sterile and organized clinical environment.

Requirements

• Ability build rapport with patients
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers
• Ability to use hand tools
• Ability to set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules and multi-task
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board
• Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board
• CPR certification if required by state Dental Board

Nice To Haves

• Some dental/orthodontic industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances under close supervision of the Orthodontist
• Review patient charts, log appropriate patient data and transcribe doctor notes
• Perform laboratory procedures under close supervision of the Orthodontist
• Review remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responding to direct patient messages, and triage notifications
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and operatory following standard protocols
• Adhere to all infection-control policies and protocols

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• 2 weeks paid time off in your first year
• paid holidays
• Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED