Orthodontic Dental Assistant - River Forest, IL

Job Description

At Novick Orthodontics, we create smiles for a lifetime. Dr. Darshana Novick and our team are passionate about delivering care that improves their patients' oral health and transforms their lives. We are committed to providing a comfortable, welcoming environment, where you'll feel right at home. We are currently looking for a full-time Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our wonderful team! Below is more information about the position:

Benefits for the Orthodontic Dental Assistant:

Health insurance

401(k)/IRA retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid vacation days

Paid holidays

1 hour lunch period

CE credit reimbursement

Uniform reimbursement

Schedule for the Orthodontic Dental Assistant:

Monday: 9:30AM-6:00PM

Tuesday: 11:00AM-7:00PM

Wednesday: 7:30AM-3:00PM

Thursday: 9:30AM-6:00PM

Friday: 9:30AM-1:00PM

Responsibilities and Requirements of the Orthodontic Dental Assistant:

2+ years of general dental experience required

Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies/equipment, and orthodontic materials

Evaluate patient oral hygiene and cooperation

Take impressions and bite registrations

Scanning/Digital Impressions

Prepare teeth for bonding and assist doctor with bonding

Place and remove separators and fit bands

Check for loose bands and brackets at every appointment

Remove, size and place archwires, bands/brackets, and bonding cement

Record procedures in treatment card

Responsible for completing Easy Rx lab slips

Follow the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and local standards

Understanding of Novick Orthodontics sterilization protocol

Be available to help clean, sterilization/disinfection, and re-circulate instruments

Educate parents and patients on treatment progress

Initiate cooperation letters, deband letters, etc. are posted and sent when appropriate

Perform other tasks as assigned by the doctor