Orthodontic Assistant - Hi5 Orthodontics

Description

 

t Hi5 Orthodontics we are seeking a Super Star with an affinity for making people Smile! We are in the happiness business and are looking for a new hire that would embody our office values of Happiness, Investment, Integrity, Service, and Balance. Hi5 Orthodontics is a fun, friendly, modern and fast-paced orthodontic office offering braces and Invisalign to Youth and adults in the Spokane area. We have two locations in Spokane (north Spokane and the South Hill).

Duties include:

• Help to maintain patient flow pattern by seating patients promptly and begin procedures 
• Place separators, elastic chains, and wires. 
• Prepare teeth for bonding of braces and Invisalign attachments
• Scales cement and checks patient for loose brackets or bonds Monitor oral hygiene of patients, instructs on correct brushing
•  Deliver all instruments to sterilization to be sterilized
• Keeps drawers stocked, clean, and replenished Debriefs patient and parents after appointments Take X-rays, CBCT, iTero scans, and impressions.
• Charts notes for patients seen, Chart scheduling of next appointment type needed and the weeks out
• Answers any questions for parents regarding treatment
• Assists Orthodontist in any given procedure 
• Anticipates what doctor may need during appointment and takes action
• Cleans chair and moves around clinic with sense of urgency
• Back up Sterilization 
• Performs side tasks daily and/or monthly as assigned by Clinic Coordinator
• Attends all other staff meetings and Daily Huddles. 
• Abide by established office policies and procedures
• Representing the practice in a positive way inside and outside of the office.

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Requirements

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience is required (orthodontics preferred)
• be self-motivated, organized, and have a positive attitude
• possess great understanding of dental terminology
• have excellent communication and written skills
• have excellent public relations skills
• work well with patients and team
• be experienced in delivering high-level customer service
• Committed to the position arriving on time daily and staying late as needed.