Ortho Assistant - Lone Peak Dental Group

Do you enjoy working with kids and teens? Do you want to help patients build healthy habits that last a lifetime?

We are a fun pediatric/orthodontic office in Lanham hiring for an Orthodontic Assistant for our team! If you would like to work in pediatric dentistry and are organized, detailed-oriented, and have a great customer service background, this will be an exciting opportunity for you!!

No ortho experience is necessary but it is preferred.

We offer a flexible schedule and full-time benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 401K, holiday pay, and monthly bonus opportunities. Come work for a team where YOU are the most critical resources to fulfill our vision of being the patient experience industry leader. If you are reliable, have a strong work ethic, detail-oriented and passionate about patient care, we want to hear from you!

**Responsibilities:**

• Prepare treatment rooms for orthodontic procedures.
• Assist orthodontists during patient appointments and procedures.
• Take and develop dental X-rays.
• Instruct patients on proper oral hygiene and care techniques.
• Maintain orthodontic instruments and equipment.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and assist with patient scheduling.
• Keep accurate patient records and documentation.
• Placing Seperators, sizing bands, seating appliances, replacing wires, preparing for brackets, placing buttons, taking impressions, in house retainers
• Provide support to patients and address their questions and concerns.

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience in an ortho practice is preferred, but willing to train the right person!
• Completion of an accredited orthodontic assistant program is preferred.
• X-ray certification is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of orthodontic procedures and terminology.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comfort.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Additional certification or training is a plus
• Denticon dental software is a plus
• Knowledge of dental terminology and dental office procedures is required.
• Proactive personality with the ability to be flexible and responsive is required.
• The ability to effectively communicate with patients, Doctors, family members, team members and leadership is required.
• Exceptional organizational skills are required.
• Must be team player; able to effectively build strong relationships at all levels of the organization, especially with in-office staff.
• Ability to travel to surrounding offices may be required.
• Must be available to respond to patient or operational issues outside of normal work hours (within reason). Saturdays may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Starting at 23/hr

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Nation-wide, Fortune 500 benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, HSA & FSA, life insurance and more!
• Retirement Plan
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus

Office Location:

10605 Greenbelt Road, Lanham, MD 20706-2274

Lone Peak Dental Group, a leading pediatric specialty Dental Support Organization (DSO) was founded in 2003 by two pediatric dentists with just three Denver locations. Lone Peak Dental Group has grown to over 75 offices across 14 states. We are dedicated to serving underserved communities, positioning our offices where the need is greatest and making a real difference in patients' lives. Our mission of creating healthy habits that last a lifetime is at the heart of everything we do.

All of our team members are difference-makers and we foster a culture of collaboration and respect for all. We are proud to value diversity and be an equal opportunity employer. Lone Peak Dental Group is an E-Verify Employer.