What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Assistant - Westrock Orthodontics position at Rock Dental Missouri PLLC?
Description
As an Orthodontic Assistant you will assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. Perform clinical and technical procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed Orthodontist. Prepare patient operatory and equipment and assist the doctor during examination and ortho treatment.
A few specific job duties:
- Must communicate clearly and calmly the treatment needs to parent and patient utilizing prescribed treatment plan.
- Must be able to recognize and identify prior authorization requirements, along with ensuring signed consent forms.
- Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.
- Provide clear and concise documentation of all treatment rendered using electronic and paper dental records and forms.
- Perform general housekeeping and restocking as needed.
In summary, the goal is to serve and provide superior support to doctors and to be an example of respect and caring for our customer and office personnel.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Dental assisting background a must!
- Orthodontic assisting experience extremely helpful.
- Familiarity with orthodontic appliances welcome.
Qualities
Someone with exceptional customer service skills, computer literacy, works independently and anticipates team and doctor needs.
Overall someone who is respectful to fellow team members, patients, and the Doctor and is genuinely nice and kind. If you offer all this and more, then we would love to meet you.
