Dental Receptionist/Assistant

Job Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Receptionist/Assistant, where your energetic and positive attitude will help create a welcoming environment for patients and staff alike. This vital role combines front desk responsibilities with chairside assisting, ensuring smooth operations within a busy dental clinic. You will be the first point of contact for patients, managing appointments, medical documentation, and insurance processes while supporting clinical procedures with professionalism and precision. Your enthusiasm and organizational skills will contribute to delivering exceptional patient care and efficient clinic workflows.

Duties

• Greet patients warmly, verify their information, and schedule appointments using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Dentrix Ascends.
• Manage patient check-in/check-out processes while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy.
• Prepare treatment rooms, assist with four-handed dentistry techniques, and support dentists during procedures including prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Take X-rays, including 3D scans, while maintaining strict infection control and aseptic techniques.
• Record vital signs, medical history, and dental terminology accurately in medical records; assist with medical coding as needed.
• Handle insurance claims processing, verify coverage, and communicate with patients regarding billing or appointment needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment adhering to infection control standards; support dental assisting tasks such as chairside assisting and anatomy knowledge application.

Experience

• Prior experience working in a dental clinic setting is highly preferred, especially with general dentistry or pediatric dentistry practices.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, medical terminology, and medical coding ensures accurate record keeping and compliance.
• Hands-on experience with X-ray procedures, dental assisting techniques—including chairside assisting—and infection control protocols is required.
• Strong understanding of dental procedures across specialties such as prosthodontics and endodontics enhances patient support capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills paired with anatomy knowledge enable effective interaction with patients of all ages, including pediatrics. Join us to make a difference in patients’ lives through energetic service delivery combined with detailed clinical support!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person