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TDR Specialists in Orthodontics
Dental Assistant
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$43,227 / year median in Michigan
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Dental/Orthodontic Assistant - Full Time Position TDR Specialists in Orthodontics Rochester Hills Our orthodontic practice is looking for a motivated person to join our team as an orthodontic clinician. We are a well-established orthodontic practice with over 30 years of service in the Metro-Detroit area that is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and service to our patients. If you want to be a part of a friendly, fun, and fast paced environment we would like to speak with you!
Responsibilities:
- Welcoming and seating patients in the clinic
- Setting up clinical chairs for orthodontic procedures
- Taking orthodontic records (photos, radiographs, and intra-oral scans) under the supervision of the Orthodontist
- Assist in placing and removing orthodontic appliances, (such as aligners, expanders, and retainers under supervision of the Orthodontist
- Accurately and thoroughly scribing treatment notes
- Providing patient education
- Ordering retainers and appliances from labs
- Sterilization
- Organizing and stocking materials and equipment
Benefits:
- Competitive pay with monthly bonus opportunities
- 401(k)
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Life Insurance
- Employee discount for orthodontic treatment for you and immediate family members
- Paid time-off
- Opportunities for advancement within our organization
Skills:
- Ability to work as a team and independently
- Strong desire to learn and grow skills
- Comfortable working with patients and skilled with hands
- Meticulous
- Efficiency and time management skills
- Professional demeanor and communication skills
- Committed to providing excellent customer service with kindness, gentleness, and empathy
- Experience working with computers and aptness with patient management software
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
Preferred Skills:
- Basic dental knowledge
- Experience collaborating with patients
- X-ray certification preferred