Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Jessie Albert Dental and Orthodontic Center (JADOC) in Bath, Maine is a well-respected clinic with over 40 years of experience in the community. We are committed to the mission of Catholic Charities Maine to bring help & hope to Maine's most vulnerable.

We currently have an opening for aFull-Time (4 days per week) Orthodontic Assistant. We are looking to hire someone who willmake this a careerandjoin our teamofdedicated professionals. The Orthodontic Dental Assistant is the person responsible for patient care under the direct supervision of the orthodontist and preventive dental education of the patient under the general supervision of the orthodontist.

Duties:We will train the right candidate!

• Remove & insert archwires, basic wire bending and fit orthodontic bands
• Sterilize instruments
• Bonding of brackets
• Complete lab work, taking dental impressions, and making retainers
• Provide oral hygiene instructions to patients

Salary: Starting salary $19.00 - $21.00/hour, contingent with experience.

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Thursday; 8:00AM - 4:00PM

Benefits:

• 4 weeks of Earned Time in your first year, plus up to6 paid holidays
• Dental care stipend
• 100% employer-paidshort- & long-term disabilityandlife insurance
• Comprehensive health plans(3 options), plus dental & vision insurance
• 401(k)with agency contribution
• ADP LifeMart Employee Discount program
• Voluntary Accident & Critical IllnessInsurance with apaidHealth Screening Benefit
• Wellness benefits(including up to $100 reimbursement for wellness purchases and individual coaching)
• Access to ourEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)and Bereavement leave

Comejoin our teamthat's been the midcoast region's favorite choice for excellent, comprehensivedental servicesand qualityorthodontic carefor the whole family!

You may submit your cover letter and resume (indicating the position title) via our website (www.ccmaine.org) or email (hrdepartment@ccmaine.org), fax (207-344-6617), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.

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Qualifications:

• Will enjoy working with children and adults in a fast-paced environment and have good people, organizational, and lab skills.
• Must have good fine motor skills and dexterity.
• Must be a team player.
• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Maine certification in Radiography.
• Experience in either a private practice or public health setting is preferred, but exceptions can be made for the right candidate that shows excellent didactic and clinical skills.
• Experience with Dentrix and/or Dolphin a plus!