Registered Dental Assistant

Responsibilities:

- Assist the orthodontist in providing patient care and treatment during orthodontic procedures

- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments and equipment

- Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays)

- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care

- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records

- Assist with scheduling appointments and managing patient flow

- Perform basic administrative tasks such as answering phones and filing

Experience:

- Previous experience working as an orthodontic assistant or in a similar role is preferred

- Knowledge of dental assisting procedures and techniques

- Familiarity with dental software systems, such as Dentrix, for scheduling and record keeping

- Proficiency in medical documentation and maintaining accurate medical records

- Strong understanding of infection control protocols in a dental setting

- Ability to assist with CAD (Computer-Aided Design) for orthodontic appliances is a plus

Skills:

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

- Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients of all ages

- Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately

- Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with other dental professionals

- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

• Orthodontic

• 401k