What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Assistant position at Cusack Orthodontics?
Cusack Orthodontics - WE’RE HIRING!
Orthodontic Assistant (Monday and Tuesday in Pekin office, Wednesday and Thursday in Peoria office. Full time 28-36 hours per week,)
Cusack Orthodontics is looking for an orthodontic assistant to join our team! We are seeking a fun, energetic, and motivated individual. Applicant must be professional and able to multi task. Must be dependable, a team player, great with patients (and parents), honest and trustworthy. Dental experience is preferred but will train the right individual. Applicant must love working with children & adults, have a mature and positive personality, and thrive in a fun and fast-paced environment.
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of other people? Although below is a description of what your job would entail, we want to emphasize that working with us is more than just a job. We are not your typical dentist office and working here is not your typical experience. You will thrive here if you are someone who wants to grow professionally while serving your community at the same time.
Responsibilities of Orthodontic Assistant:
- Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient
- Guide parents and patients through our processes before treatment
- Educate patients in oral hygiene instruction and other orthodontic instructions
- Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures, clean chairs, etc
- Assist with orthodontic adjustments – change wires, replace ties, bond brackets, etc.
- Sterilize and package instruments
- Take diagnostic records – X-rays, impressions, intraoral photographs, etc.
- Educates patients on oral hygiene and other orthodontic instructions
- Can include anything related to the normal operations of an orthodontic practice
Qualifications of Orthodontic Assistant:
- Dependability, professionalism, and personality the biggest factors
- Happy, energetic personality and able to connect with our patients (and parents)
- A team player who can work well within our fun group
- Excellent spoken and written communication skills
- Can-do attitude and great work ethic
- Excellent customer service
- Continuous and quick learner
- Hours and location (Peoria or Pekin) negotiable
- Dental experience a huge plus but will train the right individual
- Demonstrates initiative
We offer a full array of benefits.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $22.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location:
- Multiple locations
Company's website:
- www.cusackortho.com
Company's Facebook page:
- https://www.facebook.com/cusackorthodontics
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
Work Remotely:
- No
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Plastic shield at work stations
- Temperature screenings
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Work Location: Multiple Locations