Description
Parkway Orthodontics is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to be part of our amazing team!
Our goal at Parkway Orthodontics is to provide a fun environment where all patients can have a positive dental experience while providing them top-quality orthodontic care. We are seeking dependable, fun, hard-working, proactive team players to join our practice. If you are a compassionate, detail-oriented person, committed to excellent patient care, we would love to meet you!
Office Hours:
· Monday - Thursday: 7:15am – 5:00pm
· Friday: 7:15am – 12:00pm
Responsibilities:
- Provide chairside assistance to the orthodontist during procedures.
- Prepare teeth for bonding of braces and Invisalign attachments.
- Place separators, elastic chains, wires, and cement.
- Check patient for loose brackets or bonds.
- Take X-rays, CBCT, iTero scans, and impressions.
- Maintain patient flow by seating patients promptly and beginning procedures.
- Take detailed chart notes of patient appointments.
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments, equipment, and chairs.
- Educate patients and parents on post-operative care and oral hygiene.
- Follow infection control protocols and maintain a sterile environment.
- Adhere to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
- Attends staff meetings and daily huddles.
- Must arrive on time and adhere to the attendance policy.
- Performs other daily duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must have a valid South Dakota Dental Assistant license or a valid DANB certification.
- Must have a valid SD Dental Radiographer license.
- Authorized to administer nitrous oxide preferred, but not required.
- Compassionate and caring attitude toward patients and parents.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive work environment. If you meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply for this position!
Other Details
· Job type: full-time
· Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
· Schedule: Monday – Friday
· Salary: $20.00 - $29.00 per hour depending on experience
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- And more!
Skills Required
- Valid South Dakota Dental Assistant license or DANB certification
- Valid South Dakota Dental Radiographer license
- Authorized to administer nitrous oxide
- Ability to take X-rays, CBCT, iTero scans, and impressions
- Provide chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures
- Compassionate and caring attitude toward patients and parents
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Must arrive on time and adhere to the attendance policy
What We Do
TN Specialty Dental Services, PLLC, operating under Specialty Dental Brands, provides specialized pediatric dental care for infants, children, and teens, as well as oral and maxillofacial surgery. They aim to make oral healthcare easier, more accessible, and enjoyable for dental specialists and their communities.
