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About the role
About the Company
At Westrock Orthodontics, we are a family and we absolutely insist on having FUN at work. We celebrate victories and our hard work is what allows our dentists to focus on their patients and provide the best care possible.
Responsibilities
As an Orthodontic Assistant you will assist the Orthodontist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. Perform clinical and technical procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed Orthodontist. Prepare patient operatory and equipment and assist the doctor during examination and ortho treatment.
A few specific job duties:
- Must communicate clearly and calmly the treatment needs to parent and patient utilizing prescribed treatment plan.
- Must be able to recognize and identify prior authorization requirements, along with ensuring signed consent forms.
- Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.
- Provide clear and concise documentation of all treatment rendered using electronic and paper dental records.
This position supports our clinics in Rolla and Waynesville, MO
In summary, the goal is to serve and provide superior support to doctors and to be an example of respect and caring for our customer and office personnel.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Dental assisting background is helpful but not mandatory
- Orthodontic assisting experience extremely helpful.
- Familiarity with orthodontic appliances welcome.
Qualities
- Someone with exceptional customer service skills, computer literacy, works independently and anticipates team and doctor needs.
- Overall someone who is respectful to fellow team members, patients, and the Doctor and is genuinely nice and kind. If you offer all this and more, then we would love to meet you.
Compensation & Benefits
Total Rewards: You’ll be welcomed into a winning culture that encourages continuous improvement, a challenging and rewarding work environment with a genuine desire to see each other succeed. We will also provide the following:
- Support you Professionally: Competitive pay, career growth opportunities, talented and motivated team who care about each other, our mission, and our patients.
- Support your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, and complimentary orthodontic treatments that help you and your family stay on track.
- Life Balance: Paid time off and holiday pay .
- Planning for the future: plan for the future with an industry-leading 401K retirement plan with matching company contributions.
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