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Orthodontic Assistant

Paciorek Orthodontics
Celebrating Smiles -Ithaca1mo ago

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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Summary of Position:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><em><span data-contrast="auto">The Orthodontic Assistant is a pivotal role to Celebrating Smiles and serves as the primary supporting person to our doctor team.&nbsp; This role will assist with various activities in working with the doctors and patients alike and will strive to be a positive, friendly, and professional addition to the team.</span></em><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}"></span></p> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong><span data-ogsc="black" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Key Benefits:</span></strong></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong><span data-ogsc="black" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Pay rate: $20-$24 per hour</span></strong></p> </div> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span data-ogsc="black">In addition to your wage, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes monthly bonus opportunities, Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision coverage, a retirement plan (401-k) with a percentage match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, an employee assistance program, and several other benefit options</span><span data-ogsc="black">.&nbsp;</span></p> </div> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span data-ogsc="black">You can also enroll in coverage that is effective on your first day of employment. Further details on the benefits program are available upon request</span></p> </div> <p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}"></span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Essential Job Function:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Establish a trusting rapport with patients, ensuring the highest level of patient customer service is given to all patients</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Educate the patients on orthodontic care and treatment practices</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Work chairside&nbsp;with&nbsp;patient care including assisting in placing and removing orthodontic appliances</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Taking X-Rays, pictures, fabricating retainers</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Maintain patients’ charts and transcribe the doctor notes accurately</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Keep patient rooms&nbsp;stocked and organized as well as clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Be receptive to coaching and training from doctors to better develop skillset</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Other duties as required</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}">&nbsp;</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Knowledge of&nbsp;Orthodontics and associated treatment&nbsp;appliances and equipment used</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Action-oriented and taking initiative, being adaptive and flexible in a changing environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Understand and can effectively communicate techniques utilized in the Orthodontic field</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Have excellent written and oral communication skills&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Compassion and high level of service for our patients, parents, and staff</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Integrity, always doing the right thing</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Ability to handle confidential information and protect patient confidentiality</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Dependable, reliable to be at work when scheduled</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Attention to detail</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Able to&nbsp;stay organized and follow instruction</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Professional manner and appearance at all times</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Computer skills: Microsoft office and&nbsp;Web Browser&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Education and Experience</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">1-3 Years Relative Experience</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}"><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this&nbsp;<a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview">link</a>.</span></span></p>

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