Orthodontic Assistant Job at Oak Dental Partners - Hoover, Birmingham, AL

  • Oak Dental Partners - Hoover
  • Birmingham, AL

Job Description

Join PT Orthodontics as an Orthodontic Assistant supporting chairside care, lab operations, and front office administration.

# Diverse Clinical and Administrative Responsibilities
Provide chairside assistance, perform sterilization, manage lab duties, and assist front desk operations, ensuring comprehensive exposure across clinical and administrative workflows.
# Collaborative Environment Dedicated to Patient Care
Work within a supportive team serving a diverse patient population, utilizing modern orthodontic technology and maintaining high standards of care.

Title

Orthodontic Assistant

Job Description

Clinical Support: Chairside assistance for Orthodontists, greeting and escorting patients, taking radiographs as instructed, setting up and breaking down operatories, cleaning operatory areas post-patient, and stocking clinic materials daily.
Infection Control: Equipment sterilization and material maintenance adhering to OSHA, federal, and state safety regulations.
Front Office Operations: Answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking in patients, verifying demographic information, retrieving charts, documenting treatment plans, and assisting with administrative duties.
Orthodontic Procedures: Placing separators, fitting headgear, placing/removing arch-wires and bands, removing fixed brackets, fabricating retainers, taking impressions/bite registrations for Invisalign, and delivering oral hygiene instructions.

Salary Range

full-time $35,000 - $42,000 per year

- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits
  • 401(k)
  • Bonus pay
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Uniform allowance

Paid Benefits: Paid holidays provided.

Shift & Schedule

Mon–Thu 7:00 AM–5:00 PM

Requirements
  • Certified Orthodontic Assistant
  • Dentrix
  • Eaglesoft
  • Experienced Dental Assistant (2+ years)
  • Infection Control License
  • Open Dental
  • Registered dental assistant / Certified dental assistant

Education and Training: Vocational/Technical training or Associate's Degree.
Licensure and Certifications: Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License.
Work Experience: 2–10 years of clinical experience.
Technical and Software Skills: Familiarity with dental software, email, and Microsoft Word; proficient in taking radiographs.
Physical Demands: Ability to lift 25 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
General Competencies: Competent with infection control procedures, excellent communication and organizational skills, self-motivated, well-organized, and effective time management capabilities.

Preferences

Specialized Clinical Experience: Experience in treating patients with special healthcare needs, specifically individuals with cognitive and developmental deficits.
Patient Communication Skills: Effective written and oral communication skills to interact with patients, parents, guardians, and caregivers.
Leadership Qualities: Demonstrates team leadership abilities.

Hiring Process

[1] Please apply through the Jobley application form
↓
[2] A recruiter will contact you to schedule an interview
↓
[3] Interview
↓
[4] Job offer
↓
[5] While proceeding with the hiring process, please apply for the Jobley Bonus through your Jobley account.
*The average time from application to job offer is about one week to one month.
*If you are currently employed and have difficulty changing jobs right now, schedules can be discussed.

Jobley Bonus

$90

If you land this job through Jobley, you will be eligible for a jobley bonus.

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Shift work

Similar Jobs

GovernmentJobs.com

Sanitation Worker Job at GovernmentJobs.com

 ...The position is responsible for performing work involving using heavy manual labor, and the operation of equipment when collecting recycling and refuse materials. Work involves periodically operating a collection vehicle and equipment. An employee of this class works... 

Services for the UnderServed

Fitness Trainer Job at Services for the UnderServed

 ...Min USD $17.10/Hr. Max USD $23.00/Hr. Position Overview The Fitness Trainer will provide guidance and instruction as well as technical assistance to users in the exercise room. Monitor user exercise and demonstrate corrective techniques to help minimize... 

Maryland State Jobs

SOCIAL WORKER ADVANCED, CRIMINAL JUSTICE *** Job at Maryland State Jobs

 ...Social Worker Advanced, Criminal Justice Department: DJS Lower Eastern Shore Children's Ctr Date Opened: 10/23/2024 3:13:00 PM Filing Deadline: Open/Continuous Salary: $76,608.00 - $120,814.00/year Employment Type: Full-Time HR Analyst: Laurita Lesperance... 

Universal Health Services

Pharmacist Intern (Per Diem) Job at Universal Health Services

 ...addiction problems. Position Summary Seeking a Pharmacy Intern to support operations, primarily covering weekend day shifts...  ...support ordering processes. Operational Support: Assist the pharmacist on duty with daily operations, ensuring strict compliance with... 

Bristol Hospice

CNA/HHA Job at Bristol Hospice

 ...CNA/HHA Sturgeon Bay, WI - WI 54325 Overview Salary Range $22.00 - $27.00 Hourly Position Type FT Hourly Description Are you an experienced Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)? We are looking for compassionate CHHAs who have a heart for patients and families...