Dental Assistant
Simply DentalAt Simply Orthodontics, the Orthodontic Dental Assistant plays an essential role in creating an exceptional patient experience while supporting the clinical team in delivering high-quality orthodontic care. You are a key part of helping appointments run smoothly, ensuring patients feel comfortable, and supporting efficient clinical operations throughout the day. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and enjoy working closely with patients, we’d love to meet you.
This position will work out of our offices in Framingham and Hopkinton; must be able to work at both locations to be considered for this position.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:45 am - 5 pm
Responsibilities
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Create a welcoming and positive experience for patients by helping them feel comfortable and informed throughout their orthodontic visit
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Assist the Orthodontist during a variety of orthodontic procedures, including adjustments, bonding, debonding, retainer appointments, and other clinical treatments
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Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure appointments run efficiently and on schedule
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Take diagnostic records, including digital x-rays, photographs, and scans/impressions as needed
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Educate patients on oral hygiene, appliance care, retainers, aligners, and post-treatment instructions to support successful outcomes
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Monitor patient flow and work closely with the clinical team to maintain an efficient schedule and minimize wait times
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Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records as needed
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Follow all infection control, sterilization, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment
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Maintain a clean, organized, and professional treatment area
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Collaborate closely with the orthodontic team to support exceptional patient care and day-to-day office operations
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Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
This is an opportunity to join a well-established, team-oriented orthodontic practice where your role is essential to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting a positive office culture.
Full-time Benefits
We recognize that taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Health insurance starting on your first day of employment
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Vision insurance
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Paid vacation time
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Paid holidays
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Paid sick time
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Dental and orthodontic benefits
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401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
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Consistent, set schedule (no weekends!)
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Qualifications
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Orthodontic experience strongly preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate with dental experience and a positive attitude
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Strong communication skills with the ability to help patients feel comfortable and supported during treatment
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Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
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High attention to detail and commitment to quality patient care
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Team-oriented mindset with a positive, dependable attitude
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Comfort using orthodontic/dental software and digital imaging technology
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Current certifications and licensure as required by state regulations