Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Jessie Albert Dental and Orthodontic Center (JADOC) in Bath, Maine is a well-respected clinic with over 40 years of experience in the community. We are committed to the mission of Catholic Charities Maine to bring help & hope to Maine’s most vulnerable.

We currently have an opening for a Full-Time (4 days per week) Orthodontic Assistant. We are looking to hire someone who will make this a career and join our team of dedicated professionals. The Orthodontic Dental Assistant is the person responsible for patient care under the direct supervision of the orthodontist and preventive dental education of the patient under the general supervision of the orthodontist.

Duties: We will train the right candidate!

• Remove & insert archwires, basic wire bending and fit orthodontic bands
• Sterilize instruments
• Bonding of brackets
• Complete lab work, taking dental impressions, and making retainers
• Provide oral hygiene instructions to patients

Qualifications:

• Will enjoy working with children and adults in a fast-paced environment and have good people, organizational, and lab skills.
• Must have good fine motor skills and dexterity.
• Must be a team player.
• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Maine certification in Radiography.
• Experience in either a private practice or public health setting is preferred, but exceptions can be made for the right candidate that shows excellent didactic and clinical skills.
• Experience with Dentrix and/or Dolphin a plus!

Salary: Starting salary $18.00 - $20.00/hour, contingent with experience.

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Thursday; 7:30AM – 4:00PM

Benefits:

• 4 weeks of Earned Time for every 12 months worked
• Up to six (6) paid agency holidays
• Dental care stipend
• Short- and long-term disability, life insurance (employer paid!)
• A choice of three (3) comprehensive medical plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bereavement Time off
• 401k agency contribution
• ADP LifeMart Employee Discount program
• Highly Incentivized Health and Wellness program including up to $100 reimbursement per year on health and wellness purchases, as well as access to group & individual wellness coaching
• Dental and Vision insurance options
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance with a paid “Be-Well” benefit (optional)

Come join our team that’s been the midcoast region’s favorite choice for excellent, comprehensive dental services and quality orthodontic care for the whole family!

If making a difference is your passion, come join our team!!

You may submit your cover letter and resume (indicating the position title) via our website (www.ccmaine.org) or email (hrdepartment@ccmaine.org), fax (207-344-6617), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.

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