Orthodontic Clinician I
About The Position
Dixon Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician I to deliver a positive clinical experience to patients while following company policies and applicable state dental laws, rules, and regulations. The role works under the direction and close supervision of an Orthodontist and includes assisting with orthodontic appliances, patient records, laboratory procedures, remote monitoring, patient education, and equipment and operatory preparation. The position requires travel between office locations. The company describes its culture as people-first, fun, and encouraging. As part of the Smile Doctors family, Team Members are offered opportunities to develop their talents and strengths and grow their careers.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 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 set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules, and multitask.
- 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 travel between office locations.
Nice To Haves
- Some dental or 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 the remote monitoring dashboard, including reviewing and triaging patient scans, responding to direct patient messages, and triaging notifications.
- Educate patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring.
- Clean, sterilize, and prepare equipment and the operatory following standard protocols.
- Adhere to infection-control policies and protocols.
- Follow company policies and state dental laws, rules, and regulations.
- Travel between office locations.
Benefits
- 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.
- Competitive salary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
