Orthodontic Dental Assistant

2 weeks ago

Madison, United States Familia Dental Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

About the Company

Familia Dental was established in 2008 and has grown rapidly because of our quality dentistry and our caring, compassionate approach to all people. Our practice exemplifies the core values of quality, honesty, and care in everything that we do. Our company strives in community outreach and internal growth. Join our family to be a part of giving back to your community and making a difference every day. Familia Dental is a big believer in internal growth, making it a great company to turn a job into a career.

Position Overview

The Ortho Assistant performs many tasks requiring both interpersonal and technical skills. To effectively and efficiently assist the dentist in providing dental care to patients and to promote Familia Dental’s culture and mission and values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Although state regulations vary, responsibilities may include:

  • Maintaining accurate records of patients' oral health histories and treatment progress.
  • Ensuring that all orthodontic instruments and equipment are properly sterilized before each use.
  • Keeping patients’ mouths dry during orthodontic procedures by using a suction hose as needed.
  • Taking intraoral X-rays of patients’ mouths.
  • Taking photographs of patients’ teeth to aid the Orthodontist in developing treatment plans and to document patient progress.
  • Taking dental molds of patients’ teeth for the fabrication of customized mouth guards and retainers.
  • Removing and replacing wires, coil springs, donuts, and elastic bands.
  • Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices and braces aftercare.

Qualifications/ Skill Sets

  • Exceptional customer/patient service skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand information and effectively present information one-on-one with patients.
  • Basic computer knowledge and experience with dental management software experience. Denticon experience is plus.
  • Ability to work in fast paced, patient-focused environment.
  • Detail oriented. ortho assistants must be aware of and follow state specific rules and protocols.
  • Listening skills. Ortho Assistants must be able to listen to patients and other healthcare workers, and follow directions from a Dentist or supervisor.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Previous ortho or dental assisting experience preferred but not required.
  • Meet state requirements for Ortho Assistant duties, continuing education or licensure; Basic Life Support (BLS), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, and radiography certificate.
  • Meet state requirements for DA duties, continuing education, or license; Basic Life Support (BLS), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, and radiography certificate

Benefits offered:

  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Holidays & Time Off
  • Access to Financial Advisors
  • Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Availability / Schedule:

Office Hours: M-F, 8 AM - 6 PM and Sat, 9 AM - 4 PM

Full time employment:

  • 4+ days a week, 30-40 hours per week
  • available to work Saturdays, when needed
  • Full shifts (8-10 hours)

Part time employment:

  • 2+ days a week, 29 hours or less per week
  • available to work Saturdays, when needed
  • multiple half day shifts or fewer full day shifts

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