Description:
Primary Responsibilities
To assist in the performance of quality, caring clinical dentistry; to become adept at assigned
clinical and technical procedures; to aid the doctor smoothly and unobstructive. Perform
clinical and technical procedures under the supervision of a licensed dentist. The assistant
prepares the patient, operatory and equipment to assist the doctor during examinations and
treatment. Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients. Maintain equipment
and inventory. Adhere to all required OSHA and health regulations.
Patient Management
Interact in a positive manner with patients at all times
Show care and concern, and help patients feel comfortable
Maintain a pleasant, caring, people-oriented team attitude at all times
Escort patients to and from treatment room/chair
Review with patient, or parent, areas where improvement is needed and give progress updates regarding treatment
Give patient instructions and demonstrate when necessary
Ensure patients’ questions are answered thoroughly before they leave
Perform patient care calls
Clinical
Assist the orthodontist in the delivery of patient care
Understand basic dental terminology and learn practice specific terms
Evaluate patient oral hygiene and cooperation at appointments
Take impressions for study molds and appliances
Follow laboratory and sterilization procedures according to office protocol
Prepare teeth for bonding and assist doctor with bonding
Remove, size, and place arch wires to extent allowed by certifications
Work in a fast pace environment, while multi-tasking and learning quickly
Required to complete Orthodontics Assistant Permit Course
Record management
Perform Electronic patient charting in Orthodontic software and ensure patient charts are complete and include necessary forms before performing treatment
Take patients records (photos, pano, ceph)
Handle patient information in compliance with legal requirements, including HIPPA regulations
Communications
Maintain Confidentiality of business and client information
Maintain open communication with the Doctor9s), patients, Front Desk, and Office Manager
Inventory / Maintenance Management
Clean / Sanitize instruments without cross contamination
Keep dental units ready, stocked and clean
Monitor inventory and alert the office manager to order supplies as needed
Maintain a welcoming an attractive office environment
Sales & Marketing
Assist the marketing team in both internal and external marketing initiatives
Staff a minimum of two marketing events per quarter
Represent the company throughout the community
Office Participation
Be an active participant in team meetings, trainings, team building events, etc.
Agree to, and work by, the team principles outlined in your training packet
Perform other tasks as assigned by management and the doctor
Requirements:
Physical and Environmental requirements
May be required to lift up to 40 pounds
Active movement throughout the day: sitting, walking, standing, squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, etc. (not a sedentary position)
Vision: close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Hearing: able to satisfactory communicate with patients, doctor, and other staff members to ensure verbal communication is clearly under satisfactory - equivalent method of communication
Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or operate equipment
May be required to administer CPR
Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and radiation