What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ortho Dental Assistant position at KIDS CARE DENTAL AND ORTHODONTICS?
ORTHO DENTAL ASSISTANT
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Reports To: Practice Manager
Position Status: Non-exempt
The Role
The primary duty of the Ortho Dental Assistant I is to assist the Orthodontist in the overall delivery of oral care as well as work independently to provide outstanding patient care. The Ortho Dental Assistant I will be an integral part of the patient care team by consistently delivering the most memorable and fun service experience possible for every patient, every day!
The Essential Job Elements
- Prepare office with daily opening and closing duties
- Prepare treatment area for patient by following procedures and protocols
- Prepare patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting and seating patient
- Take digital x-rays
- Educate parents about oral hygiene and their child’s oral health
- Hand off patient at check -out
- Complete care calls and thank you cards
- Assist in managing and controlling supply inventory
- Maintain strict compliance with all pertinent laws and regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, ADA, Dental Board)
- Maintain safe and clean working environment
- Other duties as assigned
Desired Profile/Background
- Must have current and active CPR certification
- Must have Dental Assistant Certification – required
- Infection Control Certificate – required
- Radiation Certificate – required
- Upbeat personality is a MUST
- Loves working with children
- Patient focused, team player
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Knowledge of Dentrix a plus
- Travel to other office locations as required
Salary : $20 - $21