The Orthodontic Assistant is a pivotal role to Gorman and Bunch Orthodontics and serves as the primary supporting person to our doctor team. This role will assist with various activities in working with the doctors and patients alike and will strive to be a positive, friendly, and professional addition to the team.
Benefits
Monthly bonus opportunities
Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision coverage
Retirement plan (401(k) with a percentage match)
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Employee assistance program
Several other benefit options
Benefit‑eligible new hires can enroll on their first day of employment
Responsibilities
Establish a trusting rapport with patients, ensuring the highest level of patient customer service is given to all patients
Educate the patients on orthodontic care and treatment practices
Work chairsidewithpatient care including assisting in placing and removing orthodontic appliances
Taking X‑Rays, pictures, fabricating retainers
Maintain patients’ charts and transcribe the doctor notes accurately
Keep patient rooms stocked and organized as well as clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment
Be receptive to coaching and training from doctors to better develop skillset
Other duties as required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of Orthodontics and associated treatmentappliances and equipment used
Action‑oriented and taking initiative, being adaptive and flexible in a changing environment
Understand and can effectively communicate techniques utilized in the Orthodontic field
Have excellent written and oral communication skills
Compassion and high level of service for our patients, parents, and staff
Integrity, always doing the right thing
Ability to handle confidential information and protect patient confidentiality
Dependable, reliable to be at work when scheduled
Able to stay organized and follow instruction
Professional manner and appearance at all times
Education and Experience
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
1-3 Years Relative Experience
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
As set forth in Gorman & Bunch Orthodontics’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
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