Dental Front Desk/Hygiene Assistant

Job Summary:

Our fast growing dental group is expanding and seeking a front desk/Hygiene assistant team player to join our team. We are looking for someone that can work front and back as needed. If you are someone with experience working at a dental office, have excellent communication skills, responsible, punctual and able to multi-task, we encourage you to apply to join us. Our team is super fun and is looking forward to add one more member to our family.

Responsibilities:

- Greet patients in a professional and friendly manner
- Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, and manage patient inquiries
- Verify insurance information and collect co-payments

- periodically run aged balance reports and send statements to patients

- Maintain patient records and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Assist with billing and coding tasks as needed
- Keep the front desk area clean and organized

- send pre-authorization claims and follow up with insurance

- collaborate with the dental team to ensure smooth operations of the front desk

Assist the Hygienist during dental Hygiene visits
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations
- Take dental x-rays (must be certified)
- Perform infection control procedures to maintain a clean and safe environment
- Assist with patient assessment, including taking vital signs and recording medical history
- Maintain accurate and detailed dental records and medical documentation
- Adhere to HIPAA regulations and maintain patient confidentiality
- Coronal Polishing (must obtain certificate)
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care

Qualifications:
- Dental assisting certification or relevant experience
- Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and terminology
- Familiarity with Dentrix preferred
- Proficiency in infection control protocols and practices
- Ability to take accurate dental x-rays
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Basic understanding of anatomy and oral health principles

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are a skilled Dental Assistant looking for a rewarding career in a fast-paced dental practice, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.15 - $37.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee mentoring program
• Free parking
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• San Jose, CA 95148 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Jose, CA 95148: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person