Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Morrell Orthodontics - Pleasantville, NJ

We are a new modern orthodontic office looking for an orthodontic clinical assistant. Our office is up to date with the latest technology, designed with the patient’s experience in mind. We are looking for a professional individual who is proactive with attention to detail, has a great personality, and a respectful attitude that is willing to grow with our practice.

Description

Job Summary

Clinical Assisting

Delivery of Patient Care; Taking Dental X-rays; Treatment Documentation; Sterilization Procedures; Patient Education and Motivation; Practice Promotion; Laboratory Duties; Miscellaneous Duties; Administrative cross training

Clinical Duties:

Perform the duties of a clinical assistant as needed
Managing Clinic Flow
Communicate with clinical staff and front office regarding patients
Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies, and equipment
Prepare dental materials
Greet and seat patients
Evaluate patient oral hygiene and cooperation
Take dental x-rays, scan patients, take photos
Prepare teeth for bonding
Assist the doctor with bonding
Place and remove separators, fit bands
Initial seating of appliances
Remove, size and place archwires
Clean, sterilization/disinfection, and re-circulate instruments
Manage OSHA protocols
Manage sterilization protocols
Maintain treatment area and units
Record all procedures and correspondence in treatment card
Patient Management:
Encourage, educate, and motivate patients to follow treatment recommendations
Educate parents and patients on treatment progress

Practice Building:

Coordinate with internal/external practice efforts
Monthly staff meetings
Morning and Evening huddles
Work cohesively with fellow team members to provide an atmosphere of trust, mutual respect, and cooperation

Education / Experience:

State License: Registered Dental Assistant
X-ray certification
CPR certification

Skills / Abilities:

Organization
Communication
Computer
Hand/Eye Dexterity

Schedule:

Monday (starting June 9th) 9am-5pm
Tuesday 8am-6pm
Friday 8am-5pm
(1) Saturday per month 8am-1pm
1 hour lunch

Flexible with adding additional admin day

Benefits:

Paid sick time off

Paid holidays

We look forward to meeting with you!

Salary range

$28 - $35 per hour

Salary
$28 - $35 per hour

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