Orthodontic Clinician

Smile Doctors • Novi, MI

9d

About The Position

TDR Specialists in Orthodontics is seeking an Orthodontic Clinician I to deliver a positive clinical experience to patients while adhering to company policies and state dental laws, rules, and regulations. The role works under the direction and close supervision of an Orthodontist. The clinician assists with orthodontic procedures, patient records and education, remote monitoring, laboratory work, and equipment preparation and infection control.

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.

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 all infection-control policies and protocols.
• Deliver a positive clinical experience while following company policies and applicable state dental laws, rules, and regulations.

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.

What This Job Offers

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