Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Palmieri Orthodontics - Rockville Centre, NY

Company Overview Palmieri Orthodontics is a fee-for-service orthodontic practice dedicated to providing exceptional dental care and treatment. Our focus is on creating beautiful smiles through personalized orthodontic solutions. Clinical Duties Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies and equipment Preparation of dental materials and appointment procedural setups Greet and seat patients Evaluate patient oral hygiene and cooperation Check for loose bands and brackets at every appointment Collect and record patient health histories Take dental records, including x-rays, impressions, digital scans, and print images/photographs Prepare teeth for bonding Assist the doctor with bonding Place and remove separators Assist cementing bands and banded appliances Remove, size, and place arch wires Accurately record procedures and treatment notes in patient treatment card Provide patient instructions and communication Dental Infection Control Follow the dental office infection control plan to comply with OSHA, CDC, and local standards Clean, sterilization/disinfection, and re-circulate instruments Disinfect treatment area and units Patient Management Deliver patient personal oral care, appliance and elastic instructions Encourage, educate and motivate patients to follow doctor’s recommendations Educate parents and patients on treatment progress Practice Promotion Community outreach Implement approaches to attract a constant flow of new patients and to maximize referrals, ie social media Maintain good relationships with referring dentists and other professionals in the community Support friends and family of current patients who could benefit from orthodontics to make an exam appointment What We’re Looking For 3+ years of orthodontic dental assisting experience preferred Excellent communication and organizational skills A team player with a positive attitude and gentle chairside manner Perks & Benefits: Competitive hourly pay ($27 - $37 hour based on experience) Paid time off and holidays Uniform allowance Opportunities for continuing education Schedule: Full-time /Part-time, Monday–Thursday If you are passionate about orthodontics and eager to contribute to creating beautiful smiles, we invite you to apply today to join our dedicated team at Palmieri Orthodontics! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $27.00 - $37.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Work Location: In person

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