Orthodontic Assistant

Shlash Orthodontics • Full-time • Olney, MD, US • $25 - $35 / hour • 3m ago

Shlash Orthodontics is a progressive orthodontic office that is fast-paced and focused on creating an exceptional patient experience. We are growing and are looking for an experienced orthodontic assistant to join our team while working in a fun team atmosphere! Your job will be to work with existing and new patients with various chair side assisting procedures such as wire changes, records, Invisalign attachment and button placement, and bondings. Typical hours are 30 hours per week, which are composed of (8:30am-5pm) Monday-Thursday

Job Benefits of Working with Shlash Orthodontics Include:

Opportunity for professional growth
2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays*
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Competitive pay
401(k) Plan (with employer match)
Positive team environment
Fun (team and individual) incentives

Orthodontic Assistant Job Duties Include:

Connect with patients to create a 5-star patient experience
Educate patients on orthodontic home care and what to expect with orthodontic treatment start/emergencies
Place and remove orthodontic appliances (Fixed brackets, GC Experience, and Invisalign)
Take orthodontic records (Photos, Pan, Ceph) and accurately upload them into TOPS software
Ensure accurate patient notes
Send and track accurate labwork Rx notes
Perform iTero scans (ensuring accurate lab/lab Rx completion) and take alginate impressions, pour and trim for removals
Stock and organize chairs
Clean and sterilize equipment following OSHA and Infection Control standards
Ensure arrival of all appliances from labs (week before and day before)
Assist in marketing and with community outreach/events
Encourage practice growth by encouraging patient social media posts
Organize and order supplies

Requirements for the Position:

Capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
Available Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5pm
Punctual and reliable
Pay attention to detail
Positive-mindset
Team player
Radiology certification
Expanded functions certification
Exceptional customer service skills
Past orthodontic assistant experience in an orthodontic office is preferred but not required

If you want a fun and rewarding job with great team members and feel like you have the right personality to help take our practice to the next level apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

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