Overview
Orthodontic Assistant Jobs in Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA at Towncare Dental Partnership
Overview
Klar Holmes & Associates is looking for an Orthodontic Assistant for an office located in Virginia Beach, VA 23464. The Assistant we hire is required to have at least 1+ years of Orthodontic Assistant experience in Virginia Beach, VA and must be x-ray certified in the state of VA. Must be a team player with a compassionate and professional demeanor; self-motivated and have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
We offer a competitive salary, plus benefits!
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
Responsibilities
Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist’s access; suctioning; passing instruments.
Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient’s mouth.
Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies, pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Skills:
X-ray license for the state of VA
Experience working as an Orthodontic Assistant
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Title: Orthodontic Assistant
Company: Towncare Dental Partnership
Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA
Category: Healthcare, Administrative/Clerical
