West Texas Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant

We are Rodeo!Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics is one of the fastest growing, multi-specialty dental groups in the country. The company's team of 100+ award-winning doctors provide a full range of general dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and board-certified pediatric dental services in 30+ Rodeo locations throughout the states of Texas and Colorado.JOB OVERVIEW:The Ortho Dental Assistant is a key member and contributor in creating an amazing, one-of-a-kind Patient Experience. They will provide direct patient care in all stages of an orthodontic appointment. Successful candidates will work in the Back Office and in our world-class lobbies engaging, entertaining, and caring for our patients.SCHEDULE: This position requires a flexible schedule that may require extended hours as business requires - including evenings and weekends.QUALIFICATIONS:Dental practice management software (Open Dental/Dentrix) experienceBilingual (Spanish) is preferredESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Assist with Orthodontist in treating patientInstruct patient of elastic treatmentPreparing tray set-ups according to doctor preferences and planned proceduresTaking diagnostic quality X-Rays and attaching them to the patient chartMixing amalgam, cement, and preparing impression materialsPouring, trimming, and polishing impression traysAssisting with bonding, banding, adjusting, and debonding orthodontic patientsPlacing and cementing bandsSetting up orthodontic brackets and removing excess cement from brackets and bandsMaking retainers, bleaching trays, and impressionsProviding excellent chairside assistance and anticipating next steps to stay in constant mental synchronization with the doctorTaking patient initial, progress, and debond photosTaking scans of patients for clear aligners or modelsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Prolonged sitting and standing as neededAbility to lift up to 15 lbs