WE NEED AN ORTHODONTIC DENTAL ASSISTANT TO JOIN OUR DENTAL FAMILY!!!
We have an amazing team in our Fort Lauderdale locations, and the only thing missing is---- YOU! We have incredible office hours of 8:30-3:00 every other Saturday.
We are looking for a competent orthodontic dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. The dental assistant should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Orthodontic Dental Assistant Responsibilities
- Maintaining accurate records of patients' oral health histories and treatment progress.
- Ensuring that all orthodontic instruments and equipment are properly sterilized before each use.
- Keeping patients’ mouths dry during orthodontic procedures by using a suction hose as needed.
- Taking intraoral X-rays of patients’ mouths.
- Taking photographs of patients’ teeth to aid the Orthodontist in developing treatment plans and to document patient progress.
- Taking dental molds of patients’ teeth for the fabrication of customized mouthguards and retainers.
- Removing and replacing wires, coil springs, donuts, and elastic bands.
- Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices and braces aftercare.
Orthodontic Dental Assistant Skills
- High school diploma or GED.
- CPR certification.
- Proven experience working as an orthodontic dental assistant.
- Sound knowledge of various orthodontic procedures and practices.
- Good manual dexterity.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Effective communication skills.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 7 per week
Schedule:
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
- orthodontic assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person