What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ortho Dental Assistant position at Juniper Services?
With all the job opportunities available these days, why choose Elevated Orthodontics? Choose us to be a part of something fun and exciting! We have two beautiful state of the art facilities, one in Victorian Square and one at the Summit Mall. We have been building our dream team along the way to help take care of our amazing patients and we are growing. We are seeking a kind, high energy team player with exceptional customer service skills, a great sense of humor who is great at multi-tasking and attention to detail to join our ortho family as an Orthodontic Assistant in a busy fast paced environment. This position is responsible for maintaining a high level of customer service while creating value to ensure new and existing patients are prepared for their patient experience.
Primary Duties:
- Assists Orthodontist with procedures and treatments
- Take radiographs and Orthodontic Records
- Take all appropriate facial and intra-oral photographs
- Scan for Clear Aligners
- Prepare patient for appropriate procedures
- Set up and breakdown room. Disinfect surfaces
- Sterilize instruments
- Educate patient regarding their oral health care and treatment plans
- Assist Orthodontist with Digital Workflows and 3D printing
- Handle orthodontic emergencies, triage, provide allowable services then schedule follow-up doctor services
- Assist Dentist with remote consultations/ exams
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Supply ordering and inventories
- Review on-hand bracket & orthodontic wire inventories regularly
- Review on hand Invisalign supply
- Regular scanner maintenance and updates- monthly
- All OSHA regulatory sterilizer testing and documentation
- Monthly OSHA Safety meetings
- Monthly Equipment and facilities evaluations
- Small equipment and handpiece maintenance
- Check schedule to ensure all lab cases are received and checked in before appointment
- Other duties as directed by Orthodontist
Other Duties (as needed):
- Greet and check in patients
- Confirm patient appointments
- Schedule appointments
- Prepare patient charts by accurately transferring and recording data to Practice Management System
- Prepare, present, and schedule treatment plans
- Maintain cleanliness of practice as requested
- Will be required to rotate between both locations
- Other duties as requested by Practice Manager
- Preferred ortho experience of at least one year
Skills and Qualifications:
- Completion of a dental assisting program; orthodontic assisting certification preferred.
- Knowledge of orthodontic instruments, procedures, and terminology.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow clinical protocols.
- Proficiency with dental software and digital imaging systems.
- Current CPR and radiology certification (as required by state regulations).