Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Select Dental Management • Bethesda, MD

2d • $26 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Quince Orchard Dental Care and Bethesda Dental Specialists champion a patient-centric approach, fostering exceptional patient experiences, top-notch employee and dentist retention, and remarkable practice growth. The ideal candidate will thrive in an efficient office environment alongside an exceptional, well-trained, highly motivated dental team where they can expand their knowledge and career. This role is for a clinically-focused, patient-centric, fully digital dental office. The Ortho Dental Assistant ensures that quality patient care is a priority. Ortho Dental Assistants are an essential part of the team that help the dentist to set up equipment, educate and prepare patients for treatment, aid the dentist in the safe and efficient execution of procedures, and record and document procedures as directed by the Practice Leader.

Requirements

• Adhere to OSHA guidelines, HIPAA Privacy Policy, and clinical operating procedures.
• Work with and maintain all dental equipment.
• Positively contribute to a respectful and collaborative working environment.
• Facilitate patient comfort, care, and satisfaction in a professional manner.
• Present to work during scheduled shifts (see office manual for specifics).
• MD DA License required
• Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of Dental Assisting experience preferred
• At least one year of Ortho experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for treatment in a timely, pleasant, and professional manner.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments for tray setups before dental procedures.
• Take diagnostic-digital imaging as prescribed by the dentists.
• Practice within the legal scope of assistant duties with or without certification, depending on state regulations.
• Maintain meticulous records on patient charts and documents.
• Setup and breakdown rooms according to infection control protocols between patients.
• Communicate patient and equipment needs with co-workers.
• Other duties as assigned by Practice Leader and/or Dentist.

Benefits

• PTO, paid holidays, office closure days
• Medical
• Vision
• Dental allowance
• Uniform allowance, as needed
• 401(k) Eligibility
• Continuing education opportunities
• Production-based incentives (when applicable)
• Clear pathways for growth within the practice

What This Job Offers

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