Orthodontic Assistant
We are seeking an experienced Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant to provide exceptional customer service to our patients. The ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patients and other team members. We are looking for a professional, friendly, energetic, compassionate individual to join our team. Candidates must have a desire to work hard and be able to perform duties critical to the success of the practice in multiple areas. We are seeking a certified dental assistant (DA-2) or a DA-1 who has a minimum of one year experience in a dental office. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a busy dental setting, including sterilization, x-ray and coronal polishing certificates. Orthodontic experience is preferred, but we will train the right person in all core areas if we find the right personality. 32 hours per week, 8am to 5pm, Tuesday through Friday.

Please provide a current resume and cover letter explaining why you believe you are the right candidate for the position.

Essential Functions:

Performing orthodontic assistant duties including chair-side, sterilization, x-ray, and supply management
Communicating with the doctor, patients and/or parents
Generating and managing digital patient records and accounts
Performing administrative tasks (including scheduling, answering phones)
Performing intra-oral scanning, 3-D printing and retainer fabrication
Coronal polishing and braces and clear aligner attachment placement

Characteristics / Skills:

Customer service/ patient care experience
Goal-oriented
Organized with attention to detail
Able to multitask and manage time effectively
Administrative skills
Punctuality
Enthusiastic and quick learner
A team player
Adaptability

What we can offer:

Consistent hours Tues-Friday, 32 hours, Tuesday-Friday (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
Competitive pay with potential achievable bonuses
ONE location with no travel
Family environment
Matching 401K
Scrub allowance and scrubs provided after probationary period is completed
Paid time off and sick time after thresholds met

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Required)
CPR Certification (Required)
Coronal Polish Certificate (Required)
Certified Dental Assistant (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Southern Pines, NC 28387 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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