Orthodontic Assistant

We are seeking a positive and professional  Ortho dontic Assistant to join our  Risas Family. Our Ortho dontic A ssistants are empowered to educate and communicate with our patients on treatment and procedures while using the latest state of the art technologies to provide patients with the best care and experience . We invest in our employee's growth and development through cross training in several dental specialties for a more well-rounded experience . Our  Ortho dontic Assistants  get to work hands on with the doctors , i n providing exceptional care for our patients . 

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors in all dental procedures and  ortho treatment s
• Sterilize ,  disinfect, and prepare instruments and equipment for patient  treatment
• Check all patient dental appliances prior to adjustment and remove if necessary
• Assist with bonding , bandin g, debonding , and coronal polishing procedures
• Assist in adjustments including wire changes, tie changes, placing separators, and bite stops
• Complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner
• Educate patients on general oral health  care as directed by the  doctor
• Present treatment to patients based on  Doctor  recommendations
• Record patient charting and all the d octor’s notes in the digital patient chart as  directed
• Maintain inventory and  supplies
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA, and  Risas policies and practices)
• Any  additional duties and responsibilities as  assigned

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish/English 
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Dental Assisting Certificate  preferred
• X-ray certification or  ability to obtain within 3 months of  hire
• Coronal polish certification  preferred
• 1-2  years' experience  as an Orthodontic Assistant preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Must have a superior knowledge of dent al clinical operations and  terminology
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the doctor and  patients
• Must have a  warm friendly, outgoing personality and excellent organizational skills. 
• Ability to work within a team environment and lend support, as a team player, to teammates as needed. 

Benefits:

Risas Dental and Braces offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 

• 12-hour shifts , 3 days a week
• Medical and vision benefits 
• F ree dental services
• Reimbursement for X-ray and Coronal Polish Exams
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition  reimbursement opportunities
• A nd many other ancillary benefits

The working environment is fun, fast paced, challenging, and rewarding with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Join us in this work. Begin a career that is full of meaning and value .