Orthodontic Dental Assistant - CDF Family Orthodontics

We are excited to announce we are expanding our Wallingford Office location and looking to grow our team!

CDF Family Orthodontics is looking for a passionate Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our work family in Media, PA. Previous Orthodontic Assisting experience is strongly preferred.

Our goals include providing exceptional patient care, strong patient-doctor relationships, fostering an inclusive culture, and fully supporting our team members.

About the role:

The Orthodontic Dental Assistant is a key member of our clinical team, responsible for providing all aspects of clinical patient care in a professional, efficient, and caring manner. The Orthodontic Dental Assistant is involved in a wide range of patient care activities, including assisting the doctor during appointments, sterilization procedures, setting up the operatories, and x-rays.

What you will benefit from:

• Competitive salary.
• Paid vacations and holidays. 
• Uniforms provided.
• On the job training.
• Being part of a fun working environment with a collaborative and engaging team that prioritizes employee development.
• Partnering with and learning from an experienced network of professionals.
• Being a part of the Corus Orthodontist family. We are a dynamic group of practices across North America with over 50+ practices and 850+ team members who believe in preserving and evolving our specialty of orthodontics and protecting the integrity of the patient-doctor relationship.
• A competitive total rewards package with an employee benefits program and 401K.

What you will be doing - key responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
• Build positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers to ensure the targeted outcome treatment remains on schedule.
• Assist Orthodontist with consultations and all stages of orthodontic procedures.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Provide patient instruction/education.
• Provide reports to parents/guardians.
• Enter detailed chart/record notations in the practice management system.
• Placing and removing wires.
• Fitting orthodontic appliances.
• Clean/disinfect operatories and sterilize instruments and devices.
• Set up trays and prepare brackets for bonding.
• Unload and store new supplies.
• Take x-rays, photos, and impressions- both traditional and digital.
• Pouring and trimming study models.
• Maintain patient confidence.
• Maintain clean and safe working environment. 
• Protect patient and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocol. 
• Great teamwork with all team members is expected.
• Ability to perform other duties as required for the efficient operation of the practice.

About you:

• You are an excellent communicator who brings enthusiasm and passion to every interaction.
• You are pleasant, professional, and courteous, and enjoy being part of a team.
• You thrive on the challenge of managing competing priorities and excel at time management.
• Eager to learn, quick to laugh, and welcome to constructive criticism
• You care about providing excellent customer service and positive patient experiences.
• Overall committed to a career in orthodontics and be self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision.

What you bring – qualifications:

• Orthodontic Assisting experience (preferred).
• Willingness to learn and be a team player are most valued.
• Has RDA/CDA
• Radiology/X-ray Certified
• Able/Willing to work in both of our office locations. Our Wallingford office is approximately 2 miles from the Media location.
• Good understanding of relevant health and safety regulations.
• Proficiency with orthodontic management software systems is preferred but not required.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills (verbal and written), with a proven ability to build strong relationships and rapport with patients, parents, doctors, fellow team members and the community.
• Keen attention-to-detail and time management skills.
• Dependability and a strong work ethic.

How to Apply:

We know that applying to a new role takes a lot of work and we sincerely value your time and your interest in CDF Family Orthodontics. We’re looking forward to reading your application. We thank all applicants, though only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At CDF Family Orthodontics & Corus Orthodontists, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.  We take pride in being an inclusive employer that celebrates diversity and treats all applicants equally, and without discrimination. Our recruitment team is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations. If contacted to discuss your application, please inform your Recruitment Specialist if an accommodation is required.

For more information, please visit our website at: https://cdfortho.com/

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