Orthodontic Lead/Dental Assistant

Orthodontic Lead/Dental Assistant Bryan, TX Job Details 8 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Chairside assisting OSHA (regulatory compliance area) Direct patient care Patient flow optimization Management Dental care patient counseling Inventory management Workflow management (operations management method) Mid-level 3 years Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise High school diploma or GED X-Ray Certification Dental sterilization procedures Disinfection procedures Decision making Registered Dental Assistant Dental x-ray Order placement Dental office experience Orthodontics Progress documentation Communication skills Clinic management

Full Job Description Position Title:

Orthodontic Lead/Dental Assistant We are looking for an outgoing Lead Orthodontic Assistant who also helps with dental assisting responsibilities and is ready to join our very fast-paced dental office in Bryan.

Purpose:

The Orthodontic Lead is responsible for overseeing the day to day functions of the Orthodontic Clinic to ensure a smooth flow of the schedule.

Essential Functions:

Organizes the flow in the Orthodontic clinical area, ensuring the efficient operation of the schedule Exercises a high degree of independent decision making regarding schedule and patient flow Maintains upkeep of the clinic, storage, and inventory Audits patient charts to minimize errors Sends all cases to lab for fabrication and makes progress notes Manages all Invisalign orders Completes supply order list and inventory to ensure proper inventory levels are maintained Assists the Orthodontist with patients Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of employees Oversees the day to day functions of the Orthodontic clinical area and leads the Orthodontic team Educates patients with orthodontic appliances in proper oral health On non-orthodontic days, assists the dentist with patients Prepares tray set-ups for dental procedures Sterilizes instruments as needed Manages all general lab cases and inventory Adheres to all established OSHA and Infection control standards

Qualifications General Dental Assisting:

3 years (required)

Orthodontic Assisting:

3 years (required) Registered Dental Assistant (required) X-ray certifications (required) High School or equivalent (Preferred) If you meet these qualifications and want to be part of a great and growing practice, send resume with salary requirements. We offer medical, dental, life, vision, STD, LTD insurance plus Paid Time Off. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.