Orthodontic Assistant

Overview
Taylor Orthodontics has an opening for an Orthodontic Assistant/Lab Technician. We provide a working environment like no other office you have ever seen! All our staff members are provided with training to transition to their new professional home. We offer all this and a compensation package that includes health insurance plans, PTO, and a 401k.
Responsibilities

• Communicates with the patients (parents/guardians), orthodontist, and other team members effectively
• Prepares all orthodontic treatment rooms in advance of orthodontic patient
• Handles hazardous chemicals in a safe manner
• Restocks all orthodontic treatment rooms and other clinical support areas
• Performs periodic inventory of all orthodontic supplies
• Responsible for traveling crates of orthodontic supplies between multiple locations
• Welcomes patients to treatment rooms in a timely fashion
• Keeps the patient schedule on time by being aware of the daily schedule, working efficiently, and as a member of a cohesive team
• Takes x-rays as prescribed
• Assists the orthodontist with all assisting duties, including orthodontic procedures
• Records treatment rendered
• Instruct patients in oral hygiene
• Escorts patient to the business area for follow-up and scheduling
• May be called upon to schedule next appointment
• Sterilizes instruments and equipment after each patient appointment
• Maintains cleanliness of treatment rooms and sterilization area
• Can accept constructive criticism
• Proficient in using conflict resolution and problem-solving techniques in managing interpersonal conflict and patient complaints
• Is organized, motivated, committed, and self-directed
• Demonstrates ability to use assigned computer software and other equipment
• Completes annual education and/or licensing requirements, if applicable
• Maintains dependable job attendance
• Adheres to all safety and infection control rules
• Uses appropriate safety equipment.
• Complies with HIPAA and maintains confidential information
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous experience assisting in an orthodontic setting is a plus
• Ability to travel to multiple locations within a territory to provide orthodontic assisting services is required

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