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Orthodontic Assistant

Orthodontic Assistant

VOLOVIC ORTHODONTICS, LLCWestfield, IN, US
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Position Title :

  • Orthodontic Assistant   Employee Status : Non-Exempt   Reports To : Dr.

Volovic   Job Summary :

  • Assists in the performance of quality, caring clinical procedures by aiding Dr.
  • Volovic smoothly and unobtrusively during orthodontic treatment.  Performs clinical and technical procedures under the supervision of Dr.
  • Volovic as well as prepares the operatory and equipment, gets the patient ready, and maintains awareness of the comfort and safety needs of the patient.
  • Capable and willing to engage the patient in discussion about their orthodontic treatment and expectations of treatment as well as activities and interests of patient.
  • Ensures that the treatment and business areas are free of all contagions by following the guideline for blood-borne pathogens as described by OSHA .
  • Essential Duties :

  • Opens office- lights, music, equipment -          Procedure set-up and breakdown -          Greets and seats patient (think customer service) -          Removes and inserts archwires , places elastomers -          Fits bands for appliances, places separators -          Prepares teeth for bondings -clean, etch, prime, maintain dry field -          Debonding - removes brackets and polishes teeth -          Seats and fits retainers -          Cements permanent retainers -          Instructs patients on care of braces -          Chair-side assists Dr.
  • Volovic -          Orthodontic records – takes pano , lateral ceph, photos, impressions, scans -          Digital radiography and computer software operation -          Alginate impressions, tray selection, pour up -          Patient photography, use of digital camera and software -          “Closes the patient” – gives final instructions to parents -          Properly sterilizes work unit after each patient -          Ultrasonic cleaner operation -          Autoclaving operation -          Prepares tray set-up for next patient -          Microetching brackets -          Fabricates essix retainers and mouthguards -          Removes trash from rooms and sterilization area -          Maintains cleanliness of toothbrushing area -          Maintains back office appearance -          Communicates with front desk important on uncommon circumstances i.e.
  • Doctor running behind, change in treatment, communication needed with referring DDS’s -          Makes patient comfortable in the operatory – for example ask, “How they feel”?  What have they been doing? -          Stays with patient in room whenever possible prior to the initiation of treatment -          Communicates return date for scheduling coordinator -          Lathe and model trimmer operation -          Verifies models okay and trimmed for lab submission -          Stocks all rooms daily with disposable and non-disposable items.
  • All rooms should be ready to accept a patient first thing in the morning. -          Checks instrument drawers daily to ensure that when the doctor needs it, it’s there -          Keeps an inventory of the basic and uncommonly used products -          Maintains all equipment, reports any malfunctioning equipment -          Runs vacuum solution at end each week in each operatory -          Maintenance of vacuum system, compressor, x-ray equipment, hand pieces, model trimmer, dental chairs and other equipment ​​​​​​ Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

  • Skilled in the use of standard orthodontic office equipment including autoclave, model trimmer, digital x-ray unit, computer, camera, ultrasonic and hand pieces -          Knowledge of cross contamination and how to prevent it -          Ability to maintain composure and professionalism when exposed to stressful situations -          Knowledge of OSHA regulations and changes -          Ability to take radiographs , including pano and lateral  ceph -          Knowledge of English composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation -          Skilled in the use of standard office equipment including telephones, calculators, copier, fax, computers, and computer software ( OrthoEdge , Word, Excel, Outlook) -          Ability to engender trust from the doctors, co-workers, and patients -          Ability to work cooperatively with doctor, co-workers, and patients -          Ability to prioritize, organize, and complete tasks in a timely and independent manner -          Ability to accept constructive criticism -          Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions -          Ability to collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and maintain confidentiality -          Ability to communicate and express thoughts and ideas competently -          Ability to quickly grasp relevant concepts regarding duties and responsibilities Education / Experience : High school diploma or equivalent Dental assisting education program completion Special Requirements / Certifications / Licenses : Valid Radiology license Physical and Environmental Requirements : May be required to lift up to 25 lbs Hand-eye coordination and hand, arm, and finger mobility for detailed work with objects.
  • Active movement throughout the day :

  • sitting, walking, standing, squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, etc. (not a sedentary position).
  • Vision :

  • close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Hearing :

  • able to satisfactorily communicate with patients, doctor, and other staff members to ensure that verbal communication is clearly understood, particularly during emergency situations.
  • Finger dexterity is needed to perform clinical procedures May be required to administer CPR .
  • Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and radiation.
  • Exposure to moderate noise levels.
  • Exposure to hectic, fast-paced, high anxiety environments.
  • Additional or different duties may be assigned occasionally at employer’s discretion.
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