Orthodontic Clinical Team Member

About the Practice

NOVA Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is the premier dual specialty practice in Ashburn. We excel in providing a safe, supportive, and family focused patient experience. Our team is high energy and fast-paced. Our culture is growth oriented, inspiring, and rewarding. We offer a wonderful compensation & benefits package and encourage continuing education and self-development.

Job Description

The role of a clinical team member is to ensure that each patient consistently receives outstanding, individualized service at each treatment appointment.

Responsibilities

Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of each clinical day engaged and ready to participate in team morning meeting

Ensure that patients have an excellent experience by providing care in a patient-friendly environment.

Proficiency in all areas of orthodontic assisting including, but not limited to, photographs, radiographs (panoramic and lateral cephalogram), impressions, digital scanning (iTero), reties, wire changes, initial bracket placement and bracket repositioning, expander placement/checks, aligner and retainer delivery and checks, and Essix retainer fabrication

Proficiency in orthodontic language and terminology such that clinical assistant can type chart notes using the terms and abbreviations used by the practice

Proficiency in orthodontic practice management software such that assistant can schedule next visit chairside and cover telephone to help the administrative team when necessary

Efficiently run clinical chair to see 13-16 patients per day in a timely manner

Provide instructions to patients/parents throughout orthodontic treatment

Assist in instrument sterilization via cold sterile, dry-heat, and autoclave methods

Work with other team members, both clinical and administrative, to help the day run smoothly

Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the doctor

Qualifications

Dental x-ray certification

Benefits Offered

In return for providing an excellent patient experience, we offer a great benefits package to include health and dental benefits, 401(k), holiday pay and paid time off.

Requisition Number

2024-11795

Full Time