Orthodontic Dental Assistant I
Company: Advantage Dental
Location: Springfield
Posted on: January 14, 2021
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Job Description:
REPORTS TO: Regional Orthodontic Ops Manager FLSA: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY: Under close supervision of an Orthodontist in a
practice care setting, assists the doctor in providing Orthodontic
treatments. Follows and supports the CARE model for patient
experience. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Ability to work under
Orthodontist with close supervision, following the provider---s
directives of treatment. Maintain accurate records, including
treatment notes, treatment progress, and communication between the
provider and patient/parent. Take intraoral and extraoral photos,
and record them to patient chart Take x-rays --- pano, ceph, CBCT
and the occasional PAs. Take impressions using alginate, PVS, wax
bite, blue bite, etc. Fabricate and trim stone models from
impressions, fabricate retainers from those models Set up
appropriately for all orthodontic procedures. Perform 4 handed
dentistry as needed. Ability to effectively educate
patients/parents on treatment and explain the procedures which
includes oral hygiene instructions. Under close supervision of
provider and/or Orthodontic Dental Assistant II, remove ties,
wires, brackets, and springs. Prep the teeth for bracket placement,
with the ability to keep the field dry.Work with other providers as
needed to treatment plan/maintain patients overall oral health.
Conduct maintenance of all equipment as needed: sterilizers,
ultrasonic, flush lines, clean/replace traps. Perform routine
cleaning and maintenance of operatory, instruments, and supplies.
Ensure all instruments are cleaned and sterilized/disinfected to
meet OSHA, CDC, and ADA standards. Assist with front office duties
as assigned. Monitor schedule and maintain patient flow, which may
include verifying appointments, ensuring length and treatment plans
align. Review and confirm all lab cases will be present prior to
patient---s arrival. Conduct follow up calls on extensive
treatments and report back. Attend and participate in team meetings
and company trainings. Other duties as assigned. PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS: High standards for integrity, honesty,
professionalism, and work ethic. Commitment to service excellence.
Ability to work independently while demonstrating excellent
organization and follow through. Demonstrates flexible and
efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of
urgency. Self-motivated, positive, and enthusiastic. Self- starter
with a strong desire to exceed expectations and capable of
supporting a team to achieve successful results. Maintains
confidentiality discretion. Ability to effectively work in
collaboration with others to achieve business objectives. Willing
to grow and be challenged. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to travel to
regional practice locations on a consistent basis, or as required
High School Diploma or GED. Current CPR, BLS or PALS required or
ability to obtain within 30 days of hire. Completion of a dental
assisting program or on the job training preferred but not required
Radiology certified preferred, as required by state. For states
that have advanced Orthodontic certifications, certifications are
preferred but not required; example includes EFODA (Expanded
Function Orthodontic Dental Assistant); if incumbent does not have
any advanced certificates, must be willing to obtain within a
reasonable time period as defined by leadership Maintain Continuing
Education (CE) as required by state. Nitrous certificate preferred
or as required by state. Ability to work Monday through Friday and
occasional weekends as scheduled and based on business need.
Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to travel using personal car to work
at other practices as needed. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work involves
considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme
temperatures, unpleasant odors, and or loud noises. Moderate
Physical activity; requires handling average-weight objects up to
15-20 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than 4 hours per
day. Sitting for extended periods of time. Will work with blood or
blood-borne pathogens and will require OSHA training. Work
Environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials
and situations that require following extensive safety precautions
and may include the use of protective equipment. The specific
statements shown in each section of this description are not
intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and
criteria necessary to successfully perform this position. In
accordance with DentaQuest---s Compliance Plan, employee must
conduct DQ business in accordance with applicable laws,
regulations, professional standards and ethical standards and
report potential compliance or ethical issues to manager or DQ---s
Compliance Officer. DentaQuest---s Affirmative Action Program
affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the
known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified
individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless
the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation
of our business. Please see Human Resources for additional
information regarding this Program. advantagedental
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