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Orthodontic Assistant at Parkway Orthodontics

Sioux Falls, SDOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • SD Dental Radiographer license

Nice to have

  • nitrous oxide administration

Role summary

Parkway Orthodontics is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join their team, providing a fun and positive dental experience with top-quality orthodontic care. They are looking for dependable, fun, hard-working, proactive, compassionate, and detail-oriented team players committed to excellent patient care. The role involves chairside assistance, preparing teeth for braces and Invisalign, placing orthodontic materials, taking X-rays and scans, maintaining patient flow, documenting appointments, sterilizing instruments, educating patients, and adhering to infection control and HIPAA regulations.

Parkway Orthodontics is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to be part of our amazing team!

Our goal at Parkway Orthodontics is to provide a fun environment where all patients can have a positive dental experience while providing them top-quality orthodontic care. We are seeking dependable, fun, hard-working, proactive team players to join our practice. If you are a compassionate, detail-oriented person, committed to excellent patient care, we would love to meet you!

Office Hours:

· Monday - Thursday: 7:15am – 5:00pm

· Friday: 7:15am – 12:00pm

Responsibilities:

  • Provide chairside assistance to the orthodontist during procedures.
  • Prepare teeth for bonding of braces and Invisalign attachments.
  • Place separators, elastic chains, wires, and cement.
  • Check patient for loose brackets or bonds.
  • Take X-rays, CBCT, iTero scans, and impressions.
  • Maintain patient flow by seating patients promptly and beginning procedures.
  • Take detailed chart notes of patient appointments.
  • Prepare and sterilize dental instruments, equipment, and chairs.
  • Educate patients and parents on post-operative care and oral hygiene.
  • Follow infection control protocols and maintain a sterile environment.
  • Adhere to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
  • Attends staff meetings and daily huddles.
  • Must arrive on time and adhere to the attendance policy.
  • Performs other daily duties as assigned.
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    Requirements:

  • Must have a valid South Dakota Dental Assistant license or a valid DANB certification.
  • Must have a valid SD Dental Radiographer license.
  • Authorized to administer nitrous oxide preferred, but not required.
  • Compassionate and caring attitude toward patients and parents.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

    • We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive work environment. If you meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply for this position!

    Other Details

  • Job type: full-time
  • Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday
  • Salary: $20.00 - $29.00 per hour depending on experience

    • Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • And more!
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