Lead Orthodontic Assistant - Orthodontic Boutique of Connecticut

Orthodontic Boutique of Connecticut is looking to add a Lead Orthodontic Assistant to their growing Darien, CT team! Lead Orthodontic Assistant provides functional supervision for orthodontic assistants and works as a orthodontic assistant. Responsible for operations support, including orthodontic assisting, monitoring ortho assistants’ productivity, support for maintenance of clinical equipment, clinical support staff assignments, monitor clinical support staff for CDC, OSHA, HIPAA, Risk Management, and safety compliance. Travel may be required for training and coverage as needed.

Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Monitor and prioritize workflow of orthodontic assistants.
• Assist orthodontist during orthodontic treatment procedures.  
• Manage escalated patient issues.    
• Maintains compliance with CDC, OSHA, Risk Management, and safety regulations and guidelines and compliance with HIPAA privacy regulations.  
• Assumes responsibility for the cleanliness of the clinical area and the dental equipment and instruments used through the sterilizing and polishing of dental instruments; oiling and cleaning of equipment; and general cleaning of the orthodontic clinic.  
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities:   

• 3+ years of Dental/ Orthodontic Experience. Orthodontic experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.  
• 3+ years of knowledge of orthodontic terminology.
• Customer Service orientation and attention to detail. 
• Ability to use tact and sensitivity to timing in personal transactions.  
• Strong working knowledge of computer applications: word processing, patient management system, and spreadsheets.  
• Ability to interpret and comply with applicable regulations and guidelines, including HIPAA, CDC and OSHA.  

Education and Experience:  

• Certified Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) required.
• Radiology certification required.
• High school diploma or GED.  

Benefits:

• Full-time position - 4 days a week, up to 40 hours.
• Monthly and Quarterly Incentive Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Account (DCA), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Candidly: Student Debt and Savings Optimization