What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Assistant position at Better Together Dentistry and Orthodontics?
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This position requires working at both Stow and Twinsburg locations 2 days a week at each with the same Orthodontics team.
Overview
We're looking for passionate individuals who are eager to join our team and help us build something special. If you're looking for an opportunity to be part of a growing practice and contribute to shaping our culture, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
The Orthodontic Assistant assists in the performance of quality, caring, clinical procedures by aiding the doctor smoothly during examinations and treatment.
- Records treatment information on the patient's chart.
- Obtain X-rays.
- Prepares all treatment rooms including set-up, decontamination, sterilization of all instruments, cleaning and restocking.
- Takes scan of patient's mouth.
- Placement of brackets using proper full-mouth isolation techniques.
- Placement of clear aligner attachments.
- Removes arch wires and ligature ties.
- Check for broken brackets or loose orthodontic bands.
- Seats adjusted retainers.
- Performs cementation and removal of orthodontic appliances.
- Monitors incoming and outgoing lab cases.
- Trim and smooth essix retainers.
- Oral hygiene instructions.
- Post-treatment instructions.
- Willingness to learn and work with 3D printing and digital dentistry.
Qualifications
- Valid X-ray certificate.
- The assistant has at least one year of experience in the practice of orthodontic assisting.
Business Hours
- Monday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Friday: Optional
Benefits
- We offer a wellness bonus for all of our full-time team members. This $2400 a year bonus is spread over each paycheck starting on the first paycheck. This bonus allows the practice to support you in your overall health and wellness goals.
- 2 weeks paid time off
- 1 week unpaid time off
- No weekends or holidays
- Uniform allowance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Experience:
- orthodontics assistant: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $2,400