What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Assistant position at D4C Dental?
Join Our Team as an Orthodontic Assistant at Lone Star Pediatric Dentistry and Braces!
As an Orthodontic Assistant, you'll play a key role in helping children develop healthy habits for a lifetime of beautiful smiles! If you have a passion for working with kids and enjoy being part of a fun, dedicated team committed to quality care, we'd love to meet you!
Requirements:
Orthodontic Dental Assisting experience required
CPR, RDA, BLS certifications
Flexibility, reliability, and a commitment to excellent patient care
Willingness to travel to North, Elgin, and Parklane locations (monthly travel allowance provided)
Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
What We Offer:
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
401K Retirement Plan
Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Opportunities to Give Back to the Community
Join us and make a difference in children's smiles every day!
- A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent is required.
- An Orthodontist Assistant state certification, included but not limited to, nitrous oxide, dental radiology, and expanded function dental assistant (EFDA) or expanded duties dental assistant (EDDA).
- CPR certification
Job related experience:
- Experience working in a professional, medical, or dental environment with direct customer service is desired.
- A minimum of 1-year orthodontic assisting experience.
Job-related skills and competencies:
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills- must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
- Must be customer service oriented and able to communicate with a pleasant demeanor at all times.
- Communication- effective written and verbal communication is a must with all staff and management.
- Must be able to project a capable and professional image that is reflective of company values.
- Must possess excellent organizational skills- strong attention to detail, be able to multitask and perform job duties in a timely manner.
- Must have PC skills and be able to learn and successfully use new programs as required. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred; as well as experience with a fax machine, copy machine, and general office equipment.
Working Conditions:
- Dental Office Environment
- Hours may change to meet the business needs.
- Travel to offices that provide orthodontic services may be required.
- Attend and participate in all office meetings, continuing education events and morning huddles.
- Nature of work requires an ability to effectively communicate and exchange information with patients, their parents and staff.
- Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and be able to twist, turn, bend and stoop.
D4C Dental Brands, together with its affiliated practices, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.