Veterinary Dental Technician- Orlando, FL


HealthySmiles is transforming pet dental care by providing a natural, less invasive and affordable alternative to traditional pet dentals.  Over the past 6 years, we have perfected dental cleanings for dogs and cats without the use of anesthesia. As a fast paced, innovative company, we are looking for professional team members who have a passion for pets and the people who love them.

The Dental Technician position is one of the most challenging yet impactful roles within the Company.  As a member of the technician team, you will perform highly skilled dental technician work supporting a senior and/or lead dental technician in a fast paced working environment.  Technicians maintain a close working relationship with their Technician Supervisor and exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative in the care and dental cleaning of dogs and cats. Work involves anesthesia-free teeth cleaning on a wide variety of breeds, sizes, and temperaments in various locations throughout the United States. 

If you are entrepreneurial and have the innate ability to execute, we would love to hear from you.


YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Provide exceptional customer service to pet parents and business clients throughout the teeth cleaning process;

  • Educate pet parents on the need for wellness and preventative care;

  • Prepares animals for dental cleanings;

  • Cleans calculus deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath gum margins with dental instruments; 

  • Perform and completes teeth cleaning and polishing, including sub-gingival scaling utilizing the best practices and latest techniques and gentle-holding positions;

  • Charts conditions of dental decay and disease for diagnosis and possible treatment by/or referral to veterinarians; 


WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: 


  • Animal lovers

  • Knowledge of dogs and cats, breeds, and temperaments

  • Knowledge of methods and practices of dental cleaning of dogs & cats

  • Knowledge of overall dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, and medical history documentation preferred

  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment and exhibit independent judgement, critical thinking, and decision making skills

  • Ability to travel out of state if necessary

  • Possess strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Flexible schedule which will include weekends

  • Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment

  • Professional appearance and have a positive attitude

  • Possess excellent time management skills.

  • Detail oriented and must consistently deliver an accurate work product.

  • Pet industry experience preferred 


BENEFITS

  • Competitive salary

  • Medical insurance

  • 401(k) plan to help save for retirement

  • Flexible time off policy

  • An inclusive workplace with a grand vision to improve the quality of life of all pets through dental care


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.  We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, sex, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status.