Dental Assistant
Job Description
We are a growing Specialty/Group practice looking for a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team! We’re seeking a long-term team player who is professional, responsible, and hardworking. If you're passionate about providing excellent patient care while supporting both clinical and administrative tasks, this is the opportunity for you!
Responsibilities:
Front Office Duties:
- Answer phones, texts, and emails
- Schedule appointments and verify insurance
- Collect payments and assist with patient check-out
- General administrative tasks, including dismissing patients
Dental Assistant Duties:
- Set up and break down treatment rooms
- Sterilize instruments and prepare rooms for procedures
- Seat patients and assist the dentist during procedures
- Take digital x-rays and maintain patient records
- Write clinical notes and manage patient data using Dentrix software
- Provide assistance with a variety of tasks both in the front and back office as needed
Qualifications:
- Experience with CEREC, Prime Scanner, and Digital Impressions
- Proficient in claims, insurance verification, and scheduling patients
- Strong knowledge of Dentrix software
- Experience in general dentistry, periodontics, cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, oral surgery, and implants preferred
- Cross-trained in both front and back office duties
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Benefits:
- IRA
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Health Insurance
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Professional Development Assistance
- 401(k)
Compensation:
$18 - $28 per hour, based on experience