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At Harwell & Cook Orthodontics, we're more than an orthodontic practice, we're a team of smiling people helping people smile. For over 50 years, we've built a legacy of exceptional patient care, strong relationships, and a workplace culture where team members are empowered to grow both personally and professionally.
Led by Dr. Anthony and Dr. Cook, our mission is simple: change lives through confident smiles while creating an unforgettable experience for every patient who walks through our doors.
If you're energetic, compassionate, team-oriented, and looking for a career where you can make a real difference every day, we'd love to meet you!
Summary of Position:
As an Orthodontic Treatment Assistant at Harwell and Cook Orthodontics, you’ll be in a crucial role as the primary supporting person to our doctors and help create a comfortable, positive experience for every patient. You’ll assist our orthodontists chairside by taking X-rays, scans, and photos, helping with procedures, maintaining equipment and records, and educating patients while ensuring every visit is comfortable and positive.
Essential Job Function:
- Assist orthodontists during procedures and patient care.
- Take X-rays, intraoral scans, and patient photographs.
- Maintain accurate patient records and treatment progress.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, elastic wear, and braces aftercare.
- Scan for retainers and appliances.
- Remove and replace wires, coil springs, and elastic bands.
- Ensure all instruments and equipment are cleaned and sterilized.
- Keep treatment areas organized, stocked, and ready
- Anticipate team needs and provide support where needed
- Travel to 7 satellite offices spanning from 5:30 am start time to 6:30 pm end time, with transportation provided in a Harwell & Cook van.
- Assist with packing/unpacking supplies for satellite office travel.
- Perform general maintenance duties related to clinical equipment.
- Uphold a friendly, professional, and welcoming environment for every patient.
Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma - Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Age Requirement - Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
- Experience - Dental/Orthodontic experience, working knowledge of orthodontic terminology, and familiarity with Ortho2 Edge and Microsoft Office is preferred, but willing to train the right candidate.
- Certifications - Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification (or ability to obtain within the first year) and CPR Certification.
- Communication - Amongst your team, doctors, referrals, and to the community, while also having the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Positive Attitude - Even in tough situations and conversations, holding a positive outlook.
- Self-Motivated - Finding ways to make the training poured into you is applied to your knowledge and outlook of the position.
- Strong Customer Service - Comfortable with conversation in all age ranges while doing it with a smile and confidence in an even and level tone.
- Multi-Tasking - Ability to pivot, switch gears, and complete different tasks simultaneously.
- Physical Agility - Be physically fit for tasks such as bending, lifting 15-30 lbs, manual dexterity in assisting, and walking/standing consecutively for 30 minutes as needed.
Key Benefits
We offer competitive pay based on experience and benefits to our employees. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement savings plan, and opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
At Harwell & Cook Orthodontics, we believe great smiles start with great people. If you're ready to join a team that values trust, respect, integrity, and commitment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your journey toward a rewarding career where you can truly help people Smile Out Loud!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee discount
- Free flu shots
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Meals & incidentals stipend
- Military leave
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid jury duty
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Can you travel to satellite office locations via H&C Van 1-2 times per week?
Ability to Relocate:
- Amarillo, TX 79109: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
