Orthodontic Assistant traveling

Job Summary
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Traveling Orthodontic Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional orthodontic care across multiple locations. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work in diverse clinical settings, supporting orthodontists and dental teams with chairside assistance, patient care, and administrative tasks. Your expertise will help ensure smooth operations, patient comfort, and outstanding treatment outcomes while embracing the flexibility of traveling to various clinics. This paid role is perfect for motivated professionals eager to expand their experience in orthodontics and general dentistry within a supportive, fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Provide comprehensive chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures, including bracket placement, wire adjustments, and appliance management.
• Support dental teams with four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency and patient comfort.
• Take and develop dental X-rays, including intraoral and panoramic images, ensuring proper technique and safety protocols.
• Manage patient records using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Dentrix, OPEN DENTAL or Eaglesoft, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with infection control procedures, sterilization of instruments, and aseptic techniques to uphold clinic safety standards.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care instructions, appliance maintenance, and oral hygiene practices tailored to pediatric dentistry needs.
• Document medical and dental histories accurately, including vital signs and medical documentation relevant to each patient’s treatment plan.
• Utilize 3D scanners and other advanced medical imaging tools for precise diagnosis and treatment planning in orthodontics.
• Maintain a welcoming environment by handling administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments as a dental receptionist when required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in dental assisting within a clinical setting, preferably with pediatric dentistry or orthodontics.
• Proficiency in EMR systems like Dentrix or Eaglesoft; familiarity with open dental plus.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control protocols, and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to perform X-ray procedures accurately while adhering to safety standards for both patients and staff.
• Excellent understanding of HIPAA regulations related to medical records and medical coding practices.
• Skilled in chairside assisting with a focus on four-handed dentistry for efficiency and patient comfort.
• Experience working with 3D scanners or advanced imaging equipment is advantageous.
• Ability to adapt quickly across different clinic environments while maintaining professionalism and high-quality care standards. Embark on an exciting journey where your skills make a difference! We are dedicated to fostering growth through comprehensive training opportunities and supporting your professional development as you travel between clinics delivering top-tier orthodontic care.

Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour

Work Location: In person