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Britanny Segura | Recruiter

P: (301) 741-4111 | E: bcsegura@hirequesthealth.com

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Job Description 

Job Title: Orthodontic Assistant – Part Time – Schedule: Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 8:30 AM to 5PM (3 days a week) 

Location:Washington, DC

Job Overview: 
 
Our highly reviewed orthodontic practice is looking for an experienced orthodontic assistant to join us 3 days a week. We have a wonderful work environment that offers our team an amazing work-life balance. 

Benefits:  

• Employee treatment discount 

• Paid time off 

• Professional development/education assistance 

• Uniform allowance 

• No evenings or weekends 

• Free parking 

Job Responsibilities Include:  

• Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination. 

• Motivate patients in order to achieve the very best results from orthodontic treatment. 

• Change wires and fit appliances, including spacers and elastics. This includes educating the patient in its purpose and how to care for them. 

• Scan patients with the iTero intra-oral scanner. 

• Take and upload intra-oral photos. 

• Discuss oral hygiene and give instructions to patients with new appliances. 

• Sterilization of instruments, performing daily maintenance/testing. 

• Wipe down chairs and instrument drawers after every patient. 

• Assist front desk as needed answering the telephone and scheduling appointments. 

Requirements:  

• Dental Assistant license for DC.
• Xray certification
• Vaccination status must be current per DC Health Dept. guidelines
• An upbeat, patient and empathetic attitude.
• Proficiency with computers, especially with Tops Ortho software, Ortho Fi, and strong typing skills.

Licenses/Certifications: 

• Dental Assistant license for DC. 
• Xray certification