Orthodontic Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Smile Doctors • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

Smile Doctors is seeking an Orthodontic Dental Assistant (EFDA) to join their growing team. This role is responsible for delivering a positive clinical experience to all patients while strictly adhering to company policies and state dental laws, rules, and regulations, under the general direction and supervision of an Orthodontist. The company emphasizes a people-first culture, aiming to create an environment of passionate, caring Team Members dedicated to fostering fun and encouraging relationships with each other and patients. They focus on nurturing individual talents and strengths to help team members grow in their careers and beyond.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• One (1) year experience as an Orthodontic Clinician II
• 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
• 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

Responsibilities

• Places and removes orthodontic appliances and takes full records under general supervision of the Orthodontist
• Performs bonding, placing, and expert positioning of brackets
• Reviews patient charts, logs appropriate patient data and transcribes doctor notes
• Performs laboratory procedures under limited supervision of an Orthodontist
• Performs final checks on patients and leads patient flow
• Manages the remote monitoring dashboard including review/triage patient scans, responds to direct patient messages, and triages notifications
• Educates patients on orthodontic care and remote monitoring
• Cleans, sterilizes, and prepares the equipment and operatory following standard protocols
• Assists in Local Store Marketing and community events
• Adheres 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED