Dental Assistant/Orthodontics - The Village Orthodontist - Frederick, MD

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Frederick, MD

Job Description

Seeking a full time chair side assistant. Must be personable, friendly and articulate with a professional appearance. Our office utilizes the most cutting edge technologies including iTERO, LightForce, iCAT CBCT, Virtual Care and we are also a Diamond Invisalign provider. Hours would be 3 days a week (Monday through Wednesday from 7:30 to 5:30 with paid lunch) in our Urbana (2 days a week) and Thurmont locations (1 day a week), with Flextime hours available if you need more on Thursdays and Fridays (We always have more work that needs to be done!) Anywhere from 30-36 hours a week. Salary will be negotiated based on experience. You must come to the interview with your MD state certifications in hand! Both Radiology and Dental Assisting (expanded functions or orthodontics). Initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom.
Summary
As a Dental Assistant specializing in Orthodontics, you will be integral to providing high-quality patient care and supporting the orthodontic team. Your core skills in chairside assisting, dental terminology, and aseptic techniques will be essential in ensuring efficient procedures. With premium skills in EMR systems and X-Ray, you will manage patient records and assist in diagnostic imaging. Join our practice to contribute to a collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional orthodontic care.
Responsibilities

Assist the orthodontist during direct bonding procedures by preparing instruments and materials. Direct patient care on appropriate procedures such as fixed appliances adjustments, Invisalign delivery, Invisalign progress checks and diagnostics, understanding and experience with indirect bonding also needed.
Utilize 3D scanners and X-Ray equipment to capture accurate dental images.
Maintain patient records in PMS systems, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.50 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
Employee discount
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Uniform allowance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
Day shift
No weekends

Work Location: In person

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