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Ortho Assistant

Department: Ortho Clinical
Location: Midlothian, VA

Do you enjoy working with kids and teens? Do you want to help patients build healthy habits that last a lifetime?

We are a fun pediatric/orthodontic office in Midlothian hiring for an Orthodontic Assistant for our team! If you would like to work in pediatric dentistry and are organized, detailed-oriented, and have a great customer service background, this will be an exciting opportunity for you!!

No ortho experience is necessary but it is preferred.

Come work for a team where YOU are the most critical resources to fulfill our vision of being the patient experience industry leader. If you are reliable, have a strong work ethic, detail-oriented and passionate about patient care, we want to hear from you!

**Responsibilities:**

  • Prepare treatment rooms for orthodontic procedures.
  • Assist orthodontists during patient appointments and procedures.
  • Take and develop dental X-rays.
  • Instruct patients on proper oral hygiene and care techniques.
  • Maintain orthodontic instruments and equipment.
  • Schedule follow-up appointments and assist with patient scheduling.
  • Keep accurate patient records and documentation.
  • Placing separators, sizing bands, seating appliances, replacing wires, preparing for brackets, placing buttons, taking impressions, in house retainers
  • Provide support to patients and address their questions and concerns.

Qualifications

  • One or more years of experience in an ortho practice is preferred, but willing to train the right person!
  • Completion of an accredited orthodontic assistant program is preferred.
  • X-ray certification is required.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Good understanding of orthodontic procedures and terminology.
  • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comfort.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Additional certification or training is a plus
  • Denticon dental software is a plus
  • Knowledge of dental terminology and dental office procedures is required.
  • Proactive personality with the ability to be flexible and responsive is required.
  • The ability to effectively communicate with patients, Doctors, family members, team members and leadership is required.
  • Exceptional organizational skills are required.
  • Must be team player; able to effectively build strong relationships at all levels of the organization, especially with in-office staff.
  • Ability to travel to surrounding offices may be required.
  • Must be available to respond to patient or operational issues outside of normal work hours (within reason). Saturdays may be required.

Job Type: Part-time

We offer:

  • Competitive pay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Nation-wide, Fortune 500 benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, HSA & FSA, life insurance and more! Some benefits available for part-timers!
  • Retirement Plan
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Referral Bonus

Office Location:

11601 Robious Rd., Suite 130-A, Midlothian, VA 23113-5605

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