Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Orthodontic dental assistants will assist residents and orthodontists in the care and treatment of the pediatric orthodontic patient. Will ensure exam room is maintained in a clean organized state. Greets patients and preps patient for examination by the orthodontist. Have the ability to identify problems or changes within the patient 's mouth and report them to the orthodontist. Ability to take appropriate x -rays, molds and trim models as required. Orthodontic assistant will assist the orthodontists prepare and assist during the orthodontists during procedures , ensuring necessary instruments and supplies are in place prior to the start of the exam. Maintain clinical lab in clean organize state. Work collaboratively with orthodontic biller as needed. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Graduation from high school with special vocational training. Completion of Dental Assistant Program.
EXPERIENCE
minimum 3 years of recent dental assisting experience required.
LICENSURE
DANB RADIOLOGY AND INFECTION CONTROL REQUIRED. ORTHODONTIC CERTIFICATION may be required depending upon area of assignment.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Ability to work with pediatric and special needs patients.
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Prolong standing may be required at times, ability to work with model trimming tools
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