Orthodontic Assistant at Dunn Orthodontics

Description

Hi there! Are you looking to join an awesome, growing orthodontic office?

My name is Matt Dunn. My wife, Courtney, and I are both orthodontists and have practiced in the Valley since 2006. Over the past 15+ years, we have grown a lot and now own four orthodontic offices in the greater Phoenix area (Litchfield Park, North Central Phoenix, Scottsdale and Arcadia).

Must be able to travel between the Litchfield Park and Phoenix offices. Previous orthodontic experience preferred, but we do look for personality first - so we will train the right person!

Do you have a positive attitude and great work ethic? Do you thrive in a fast paced, team environment? Do you have a good understanding of customer service? If so, then we're looking for you!

Interested? Awesome! We really need someone that pays attention to detail. So, here’s your test:

• When sending your resume, please tell us exactly what makes you stand out; why you are so great that we should hire you.

We look forward to hearing from you and hope we can work together.

Duties include:

• Help to maintain patient flow pattern by seating patients promptly and begin procedures 
• Place separators, elastic chains, and wires. 
• Prepare teeth for bonding of braces and Invisalign attachments
• Scales cement and checks patient for loose brackets or bonds Monitor oral hygiene of patients, instructs on correct brushing
• Deliver all instruments to sterilization to be sterilized
• Keeps drawers stocked, clean, and replenished Debriefs patient and parents after appointments Take X-rays, CBCT, iTero scans, and impressions.
• Charts notes for patients seen, Chart scheduling of next appointment type needed and the weeks out
• Answers any questions for parents regarding treatment
• Assists Orthodontist in any given procedure 
• Anticipates what doctor may need during appointment and takes action
• Cleans chair and moves around clinic with sense of urgency
• Sterilization 
• Preforms side tasks daily and/or monthly as assigned by Clinic Coordinator
• Attends all other staff meetings and Daily Huddles. 
• Abide by established office policies and procedures
• Representing the practice in a positive way inside and outside of the office.

Requirements

• be self-motivated, organized, and have a positive attitude
• possess great understanding of dental terminology
• have excellent communication and written skills
• have excellent public relations skills
• work well with patients and team
• be experienced in delivering high-level customer service
• Committed to the position arriving on time daily and staying late as needed.