Orthodontic Assistant at Affiliated Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics at Specialty Dental Brands

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Professionalism, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Attention To Detail, Assisting Orthodontists, Fitting Bands, Placing Arch Wires, Bonding Brackets, Placing Fixed Retainers, Taking Impressions, Digital Scans (iTero), Patient Education, Infection Control, Sterilization Procedures, Teamwork, Organizational Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Position Overview: As an Orthodontic Clinical Assistant at “APDO”, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a seamless and delightful experience for our patients. Your professionalism, exceptional customer service and communication skills, and attention to detail will be vital in upholding our reputation for high-end orthodontic care. Assisting orthodontists during patient appointments Fit bands for appliances, place arch wires, bond brackets, place fixed retainers, take impressions and digital scans (iTero) Patient education on care orthodontic instructions Who are we? Affiliated Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is a well-established and reputable Pediatric Dental & Orthodontic practice in Scottsdale that has been serving The Valley for over 40 years! As a concierge orthodontic practice, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional orthodontic care with personalized experiences for our patients of all ages! Our team is committed to creating beautiful smiles and providing top-notch service. We are currently seeking a skilled Orthodontic Clinical Assistant to join our team and contribute to our mission of excellence. Work-Life-Culture: We firmly believe work should be a place you enjoy coming into each morning and we strive to create community within our practice! From team lunches to themed dress up days, and even jumping into staring in an Instagram reel, there are many opportunities for engagement. Some of our current available activities include book club, vision board planning, craft nights, pickle-ball, happy hour, etc. Additional Benefits of the work-life-culture we provide: A supportive and collaborative team environment Doctors and Leadership that value and care for their team Opportunities for professional development and growth Access to advanced orthodontic training and technology A beautiful and modern working environment A 4 day work week Compensation Package: In addition to an hourly rate, we included the following benefits in our compensation package for those working 30 hours or more: Affordable Health, dental, vision insurance options FSA/HSA Short/Long Term disability options 401(k) with matching Paid time off and paid holidays Uniforms provided Free Pediatric Dental Care for immediate family members after 90 days Free Orthodontic Treatment for employees and immediate family members after 1 year Practice wide monthly bonus structure Requirements High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a dental assistant program is preferred. DANB x-ray certification required. In certification process is acceptable. Experience working in an orthodontic setting is a plus but not required. Excellent communication skills, especially when interacting with children and parents. Empathy, patience, and a genuine interest in helping young patients have positive dental experiences. Familiarity with dental software for charting and record-keeping. Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to a positive work environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined. Together as a team, we created what we are looking for in our ideal candidate with "The 5 Pillars of a Team Player." If you exemplify the following pillars, we would love for you to join our team! Positive Energy Team Oriented Committed Great Communicator Coachable

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Responsibilities

The Orthodontic Clinical Assistant will support orthodontists during patient appointments by performing clinical tasks such as fitting bands, placing wires and brackets, taking digital scans, and educating patients on orthodontic care. A crucial part of the role involves ensuring a seamless and delightful patient experience through professionalism and exceptional customer service.