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November 19, 2024
New Hyde Park Orthodontics
New Hyde Park
FULL TIME
Orthodontic Assistant
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable CERTIFIED Orthodontic Assistant to join our dynamic dental team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing exceptional patient care while assisting the orthodontist in various procedures. This position requires a strong understanding of dental practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable CERTIFIED Orthodontic Assistant to join our dynamic dental team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing exceptional patient care while assisting the orthodontist in various procedures. This position requires a strong understanding of dental practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
- Assist the orthodontist during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary supplies are available.
- Maintaining accurate patient records.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Perform tasks related to infection control, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Maintain an organized and clean work environment in compliance with clinic standards.
- Assist with administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and managing patient files.
- Stay updated on medical terminology, anatomy knowledge, and dental assisting techniques relevant to orthodontics.
- Previous experience in a dental clinic or as a dental assistant is preferred.
- MUST BE CERTIFIED
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and work well under pressure.
- Certification in orthodontic dental assisting
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health savings account
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
- New Hyde Park, NY 11042 (Required)
- New Hyde Park, NY 11042: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
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