Growing Orthodontic practice is seeking an orthodontic assistant who must be dependable, energetic, highly-motivated, honest, a fast learner, organized, personable, outgoing, a team player and have the ability to follow directions. This is a single location, single orthodontist practice located in Lake Zurich. The office is currently open three to four days per week. There are no Saturday hours; however the applicant should be open to working any or all weekdays. The applicant should also be open to the idea of working evening hours one day per week. The job will initially offer approximately 30-40 hours per week.
This position is responsible dealing with patient care and assisting the doctor in tasks, including:
Patient adjustments
Taking x rays
Taking photographs
Sterilization
Assisting the orthodontist with bonding procedures
Making patients feel comfortable
Ordering dental supplies
Ability to connect with patients of all ages
Maintenance of the records of patients
Maintaining appearance and order of dental office
Practice promotion
Build relationships with patients
Other responsibilities as a team member
The core competencies we are looking for in an applicant are primarily:
- Dependable and responsible
- Diligent
- A team player
- Can follow instructions
- Superior inter-personal skills
- Ability to communicate with varying audiences from patients, doctors, parents
- Proficiency with computers
- Effective conflict resolution, problem solving and decision-making skills
- High level of professionalism
- Strong organizational skills
- Detail-oriented mentality
- Self-motivated
- Must be able to multi-task
Strong preference for a candidate who has prior experience in an orthodontic or dental practice although we will train the right candidate. We are looking for someone searching for a career in an orthodontic office who wants to join our team and grow with us. Total compensation is commensurate with experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
Work Location: In person