What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Dental Assistant position at Smiles for Maine Orthodontics?
Smiles for Maine Orthodontics is looking a FRIENDLY, DETAIL ORIENTED, and MOTIVATED individual to join our team as an ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT!
We are located in Waterville, Maine in a newly renovated location serving the smiles of central Maine. Our hours are Monday-Thursday, 8:00-4:00.
The orthodontic assistant position works closely with patients and their families to provide them with the best treatment possible.
Job Summary:
Responsible for assisting the orthodontist in the delivery of patient care and support duties.
Responsibilities:
· Clinical Assisting
· Delivery of Patient Care
· Taking X-rays
· Treatment Documentation
· Sterilization Procedures
· Patient Education and Motivation
· Miscellaneous Duties
Clinical Duties
- Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies and equipment
- Preparation of dental materials and appointment procedural setups
- Greet and seat patients
- Evaluate patient oral hygiene and cooperation
- Take dental records, including x-rays, impressions, digital scans, and images/photographs
- Complete appointment goals with the assistance of the doctor
- Accurately record procedures and treatment notes in patient treatment card
- Provide patient instructions and communication
Dental Infection Control
- Follow the dental office infection control plan to comply with OSHA, CDC, and local standards
- Clean, sterilization/disinfection, and re-circulate instruments
- Disinfect treatment area and units
Physical Attributes of Job:
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
- Must have normal vision or use of glasses/corrective lenses to bring vision to normal
- Must have high manual dexterity
- Must be able to reach above the shoulder level to reach, must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, reach, kneeling, twist/turn
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 34 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- On-the-job training
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Uniform allowance
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23