Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Pediatric Dentistry of Poughkeepsie - Poughkeepsie, NY

Job Overview Pediatric Dentistry of Poughkeepsie is hiring a part-time orthodontic assistant to join our team on Fridays starting Mid-May! We are looking for someone who is experienced, detail oriented and dedicated to the care and happiness of our patients. This person must enjoy working as a team and building relationships with our patients and our community. Read more about us at our website! https://pdofpoughkeepsie.com/ Responsibilities Greeting patients and/or parents and seating them for their appointments, while making them feel comfortable and/or excited about their treatment! Taking x-rays, extra-oral and intra-oral photos, and scanning people’s teeth using a digital scanner. Educating parents/patients about their treatment. For example, how to brush around the braces to prevent cavities. Helping prepare the clinic at the start of the day, and preparing the treatment operatories prior to the patient’s appointment Cleaning/sterilizing the operatories and equipment after the appointments. Entering chart notes regarding the day’s appointment and notes regarding the next appointment. Preparing the patient’s teeth for bonding braces. Placing and removing arch wires, placing and cementing certain types of appliances like space maintainers or expanders. Qualifications Previous Orthodontic Assisting experience Fluency in English; other languages are a plus Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills Works Well with Others in a Team Environment with a Positive Attitude Adaptable and Flexible Approach to Work Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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