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Orthodontic Clinical Assistant Summer

@ Gentry Orthodontics
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Clarksville, Tennessee, United States
$17-$24/hrOnsiteFull Time, Seasonal
Responsibilities:assisting doctor, taking x-rays, greeting patients
Requirements Summary:Chairside clinical orthodontic assisting, taking x-rays/photos, using iTero scanner, strong computer skills (Dolphin preferred), excellent communication, willingness to learn dental procedures; availability Mon–Wed 7:30–5 and Thu 6:30–3.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Dolphin, iTero
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Job Description

Gentry Orthodontics (Clarksville, TN) is looking for an energized individual to join our dedicated team as a full-time assistant for 2 months - until CMCSS returns for the 2026-2027 school year. This position works all hours of each day providing chairside, clinical orthodontic assisting and will serve our single location. 

The ideal candidate is consistent, professional, friendly, detail-oriented, responsible and a team player. Experience in a dental setting is preferred, however, we are willing to train the ideal candidate! Comprehensive training will be provided, but with no long-term commitment beyond the start of the school year in a modern, digital orthodontic practice.

Requirements:

· A friendly, positive and professional demeanor with patients, parents and office team members

· Outstanding written & verbal communication skills

· A thorough knowledge of dentistry and/or willingness to learn

· Strong computer skills; preferably knowledge of Dolphin software

· Ability to work Monday – Wednesday, 7:30 am to 5pm and Thursday 6:30am to 3pm

Job Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:

· Greeting patients and parents with a warm and welcoming smile

· Instructing patients and parents on good oral hygiene

· Taking x-rays, facial photos and intra-oral photos

· Using the iTero scanner

· Assisting doctor clinically

· Assisting with special needs patients

· Checking charts and ensuring procedures are properly entered in patient's chart

· Having a complete knowledge of tray set up for doctor

· Collecting and reading health updates

· Documenting referrals

· Walking patients and parents to the front desk and explaining the treatment that was provided that day and the treatment that is needed in the future

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive training as a clinical assistant
  • Reference and support in finding future employment
  • Team-focused, uplifting and educational work culture
  • All office closures are paid time off 

Compensation commensurate with experience

Job Type: Minimum employment until start of school year

Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32-35 per week