Orthodontic Clinical Assistant (Lead/Management Potential) - Sage Orthodontics, PLLC - Portage, MI

We are looking for a clinical orthodontic assistant to provide hands on dental care to patients of all ages with direct and indirect supervision of the orthodontist. Orthodontic experience strongly preferred as the position has the potential to transition into a clinical leader/clinical manager role. Dental experience is required, but we are willing to train the right person in orthodontic procedures. Our small office team is looking for a reliable, team-oriented people-person who enjoys working in a fast-paced, friendly environment. We appreciate happy, low-drama individuals who are willing to go the extra mile for patients and other employees. Hours: 4 days per week (Monday through Thursday) from about 7:45am to 5:15 pm. Patient hours are 8am to 5pm, but arriving early to set up and leaving late to clean and prepare for the next day is required. Duties include: - Welcoming patients to the office - Checking oral hygiene and reviewing proper oral hygiene instructions to patients of all ages - Assisting the orthodontist in 4 handed procedures such as placing and removing orthodontic appliances - Direct patient care – archwire changes, fitting bands, fitting appliances, placing separators, iTero digital impressions, digital radiographs (panoramic and lateral cephalogram), digital patient photos, occasional traditional impressions, etc - Patient and parent education, appliance care instructions, and updates - Maintaining appropriate treatment notes for all patient correspondence and treatment in our digital system, Ortho 2. - Proficient in Microsoft Word - Maintain compliance with HIPAA - Sterilization of clinic and instruments following OSHA standards - General office cleaning, maintenance, and documentation - Will be cross-trained in limited reception duties – answering phones, scheduling, checking patients in and out, - Can be cross-trained throughout the office as needed - Other duties will be assigned with further training Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off Work Location: In person

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