Patient Coordinator at Mike Mizell Orthodontics

Specialty Dental Brands•Houston, TX

13h

About The Position

Mike Mizell Orthodontics is seeking a skilled and passionate Patient Coordinator to join our well-established team. With a strong reputation for exceptional patient care and cutting-edge treatment options, this is an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a thriving, patient-centered practice. Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve. Website: Mike Mizell Orthodtonics Experience: Assist the orthodontist during patient treatments, including but not limited to placing and removing braces, taking impressions, adjusting wires, and applying and removing elastics and other orthodontic appliances. Ensure the patient is comfortable during procedures and respond to patient needs as necessary. Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, explaining procedures and addressing any concerns. Ensure that patients are properly positioned and that instruments and materials are within reach to assist the orthodontist efficiently. Prepare and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials used for treatments, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols. Maintain clinical areas, ensuring they are clean, organized, and well-stocked with necessary supplies. Take diagnostic X-rays, panoramic images, or digital scans as required for treatment planning. Assist in maintaining accurate patient records by updating and recording treatment progress, notes, and X-ray results in the practice management system (EHR/PMS). Assist with the fitting, adjustment, and removal of orthodontic appliances such as retainers, expanders, and braces. Provide post-treatment instructions to patients for retainer care and the importance of regular follow-up visits. Join our team and be part of a practice dedicated to excellence in orthodontic care. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, apply today!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited orthodontic assisting program preferred.
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as an orthodontic assistant or dental assistant, with a focus on orthodontic procedures preferred.
Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, appliances, and terminology.
Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with patients, families, and the orthodontic team.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
Bending, stooping, walking, and sitting for long periods at a time.
Great manual dexterity and typing skills.
Must be able to safely lift up to 30 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Orthodontic experience preferred, but not required
Experience in a professional setting with direct patient interaction preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Assist the orthodontist during patient treatments, including but not limited to placing and removing braces, taking impressions, adjusting wires, and applying and removing elastics and other orthodontic appliances.
Ensure the patient is comfortable during procedures and respond to patient needs as necessary.
Prepare patients for orthodontic treatments, explaining procedures and addressing any concerns.
Ensure that patients are properly positioned and that instruments and materials are within reach to assist the orthodontist efficiently.
Prepare and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials used for treatments, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
Maintain clinical areas, ensuring they are clean, organized, and well-stocked with necessary supplies.
Take diagnostic X-rays, panoramic images, or digital scans as required for treatment planning.
Assist in maintaining accurate patient records by updating and recording treatment progress, notes, and X-ray results in the practice management system (EHR/PMS).
Assist with the fitting, adjustment, and removal of orthodontic appliances such as retainers, expanders, and braces.
Provide post-treatment instructions to patients for retainer care and the importance of regular follow-up visits.