What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Assistant (Oral Radiology Certificate required) position at Southern Maine Orthodontics?
About us
Southern Maine Orthodontics combines the latest in technology with a commitment to quality and patient comfort. Our goal is to provide the highest quality orthodontic treatment for all our patients, with a personal touch, in a supportive and caring environment. We love what we do and it shows!
We specialize in orthodontic treatment for children and adults. This includes interceptive, comprehensive & limited treatment options tailored for each patient's needs.
Our office is growing & we are searching for the right person to join our team. We have offices in Scarborough & Gorham. Applicant must be willing to travel to both locations. The ideal candidate would have experience working as an orthodontic assistant and have an oral radiology certificate. Character & attitude are the most important quality we are looking for. Must be be clinically proficient, capable, motivated, energetic, detail oriented & work well in a team setting . The office is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday (7 am to 5 pm). Employee benefits include paid time off, paid lunch hour (if employee eats lunch at the office), licensure expenses, uniforms, a safe harbor 401K with an employer contribution & profit sharing, continuing education (including registration & travel expenses).
Job Responsibilities
- Patient care
- Sterilization
- Taking diagnostic radiographs, photos, dental impressions & intra-oral records scans
- 3D printing of appliances
- Patient instruction
- Making patient chart entries
- Placing orthodontic separators
- Fitting orthodontic bands
- Sizing & placing arch wires
- Tying in & untying arch wires
- Placing elastic chain
- Placing steel ligature ties
- Answering phones if needed
Work experience
- Dental assisting
- Orthodontic assisting
Skills
- Personable & professional
- Must be comfortable working in the mouth with children & adults
- Must have good hand skills, vision
- Capable of multi-tasking
- Work well in a team setting
Education
- Oral radiology certified
- CPR/BLS certified
- Certified Dental Assistant and/or Certified Orthodontic Assistant preferred
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
Application Question(s):
- Will you be able to reliably commute to Gorham ME 04038 for this job?
- Do you have an oral radiology certificate?
Ability to Commute:
- Scarborough, ME 04074 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $30