What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laredo Orthodontic Dental Assistant position at Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics?
We are Rodeo!
Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics is one of the fastest growing, multi-specialty dental groups in the country. The company’s team of 100 award-winning doctors provide a full range of general dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and board-certified pediatric dental services in 30 Rodeo locations throughout the states of Texas and Colorado.
JOB OVERVIEW:
The Ortho Dental Assistant is a key member and contributor in creating an amazing, one-of-a-kind Patient Experience. They will provide direct patient care in all stages of an orthodontic appointment. Successful candidates will work in the Back Office and in our world-class lobbies engaging, entertaining, and caring for our patients.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Dental practice management software (Open Dental/Dentrix) experience
Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assist with Orthodontist in treating patient
- Instruct patient of elastic treatment
- Preparing tray set-ups according to doctor preferences and planned procedures
- Taking diagnostic quality X-Rays and attaching them to the patient chart
- Mixing amalgam, cement, and preparing impression materials
- Pouring, trimming, and polishing impression trays
- Assisting with bonding, banding, adjusting, and debonding orthodontic patients
- Placing and cementing bands
- Setting up orthodontic brackets and removing excess cement from brackets and bands
- Making retainers, bleaching trays, and impressions
- Providing excellent chairside assistance and anticipating next steps to stay in constant mental synchronization with the doctor
- Taking patient initial, progress, and debond photos
- Taking scans of patients for clear aligners or models
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Prolonged sitting and standing as needed
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs
This Dental Assistant position will travel locally to 3 offices in Laredo, TX.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Pediatrics
- Perioperative Care
- Radiology
- Surgery
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Orthodontics Assisting: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Registered Texas Dental Assistant License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $34,900 - $44,200
