Orthodontic Assistant - Garner Orthodontics

Description

Garner Orthodontics is looking for our next AMAZING team member! We are a fast-paced office that is committed to providing outstanding customer service and quality treatment to all our patients. Garner Orthodontics is a growing and advancing practice that employs friendly, dependable, compassionate people who take their job seriously. We are known for our family-friendly atmosphere and develop great relationships with both our patients and our employees. Our next team member will have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, the ability to work well with others, and a passion for providing top-quality service. We look forward to hearing from you!   

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 
• Preforms 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.

Requirements

We offer competitive compensation, including benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for providing excellent patient care, we would love to hear from you.  

• 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.