Orthodontic Dental Assistant I
Company: Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
Location: Lorane
Posted on: February 18, 2021
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Job Description:
REPORTS TO: Regional Orthodontic Ops ManagerFLSA:
Non-ExemptAdvantage Dental Oral Health Center and its family of
affiliated practices (Sarrell Dental & Eye, Community Dental Care)
are working to revolutionize oral health care for communities
across the United States. To do this, we take a unique,
industry-leading approach to care delivery by creating lasting
healthy outcomes through positive dental experiences. We call this
all-in approach Preventistry-.Advantage Dental and affiliate
practices are bound by a mission: To improve the oral health of
all. Comprised of 80 practices, over 200 providers and more than
800 support employees throughout six states, our network of
practices provide care to over a quarter of a million patients
annually. Join our team to be part of something greater, driving
change that supports a more effective oral health care system.
Together we are creating healthy, confident smiles across the
Nation.JOB SUMMARY:Under close supervision of an Orthodontist in a
practice care setting, assists the doctor in providing Orthodontic
treatments. Follows and supports the CARE model for patient
experience.PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Ability to work under
Orthodontist with close supervision, following the provider's
directives of treatment.Maintain accurate records, including
treatment notes, treatment progress, and communication between the
provider and patient/parent.Take intraoral and extraoral photos,
and record them to patient chartTake x-rays - pano, ceph, CBCT and
the occasional PAs.Take impressions using alginate, PVS, wax bite,
blue bite, etc.Fabricate and trim stone models from impressions,
fabricate retainers from those modelsSet up appropriately for all
orthodontic procedures.Perform 4 handed dentistry as needed.Ability
to effectively educate patients/parents on treatment and explain
the procedures which includes oral hygiene instructions.Under close
supervision of provider and/or Orthodontic Dental Assistant II,
remove ties, wires, brackets, and springs.Prep the teeth for
bracket placement, with the ability to keep the field dry.Work with
other providers as needed to treatment plan/maintain patients
overall oral health.Conduct maintenance of all equipment as needed:
sterilizers, ultrasonic, flush lines, clean/replace traps.Perform
routine cleaning and maintenance of operatory, instruments, and
supplies.Ensure all instruments are cleaned and
sterilized/disinfected to meet OSHA, CDC, and ADA standards.Assist
with front office duties as assigned.Monitor schedule and maintain
patient flow, which may include verifying appointments, ensuring
length and treatment plans align.Review and confirm all lab cases
will be present prior to patient's arrival.Conduct follow up calls
on extensive treatments and report back.Attend and participate in
team meetings and company trainings.Other duties as
assigned.PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:High standards for integrity,
honesty, professionalism, and work ethic.Commitment to service
excellence.Ability to work independently while demonstrating
excellent organization and follow through.Demonstrates flexible and
efficient time management and ability to prioritize
workload.Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong
sense of urgency.Self-motivated, positive, and enthusiastic.Self-
starter with a strong desire to exceed expectations and capable of
supporting a team to achieve successful results.Maintains
confidentiality discretion.Ability to effectively work in
collaboration with others to achieve business objectives.Willing to
grow and be challenged.JOB QUALIFICATIONS:Ability to travel to
regional practice locations on a consistent basis, or as
requiredHigh School Diploma or GED.Current CPR, BLS or PALS
required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.Completion of
a dental assisting program or on the job training preferred but not
requiredRadiology certified preferred, as required by state.For
states that have advanced Orthodontic certifications,
certifications are preferred but not required; example includes
EFODA (Expanded Function Orthodontic Dental Assistant); if
incumbent does not have any advanced certificates, must be willing
to obtain within a reasonable time period as defined by
leadershipMaintain Continuing Education (CE) as required by
state.Nitrous certificate preferred or as required by state.Ability
to work Monday through Friday and occasional weekends as scheduled
and based on business need.Demonstrates excellent written and oral
communication skills.TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to travel using
personal car to work at other practices as needed.PHYSICAL
DEMANDS:Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements,
such as extreme temperatures, unpleasant odors, and or loud
noises.Moderate Physical activity; requires handling average-weight
objects up to 15-20 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than
4 hours per day. Sitting for extended periods of time.Will work
with blood or blood-borne pathogens and will require OSHA
training.Work Environment involves exposure to potentially
dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive
safety precautions and may include the use of protective
equipment.The specific statements shown in each section of this
description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent
typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform
this position. ** In accordance with DentaQuest's Compliance Plan,
employee must conduct DQ business in accordance with applicable
laws, regulations, professional standards and ethical standards and
report potential compliance or ethical issues to manager or DQ's
Compliance Officer. ** DentaQuest's Affirmative Action Program
affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the
known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified
individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless
the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation
of our business. Please see Human Resources for additional
information regarding this Program.
Keywords: Advantage Dental Oral Health Center, Eugene , Orthodontic Dental Assistant I, Healthcare , Lorane, Oregon
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