Bilingual Mandarin Dental Assistant / Front Desk Coordinator

Tooth Fairy Endodontics, P.C. is a boutique endodontic practice with locations in Flushing, Queens and Eastchester, Westchester County. We are looking for a dependable, compassionate, detail-oriented Mandarin Chinese-speaking Dental Assistant / Front Desk Coordinator to join our growing team.

This is a full-time, 4-day-per-week position for someone who is interested in becoming a well-rounded member of our practice. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working both chairside and at the front desk, or be eager and capable of learning both roles through cross-training.

A key part of this position is the flexibility to work at both our Flushing or Eastchester office depending on the needs of the practice. Candidates must be comfortable traveling between both locations.

Responsibilities

Chairside / Clinical

• Assist the endodontist with root canals, retreatments, consultations, and surgical procedures
• Prepare and set up treatment rooms, instruments, and materials
• Assist with dental microscope procedures
• Take digital dental X-rays
• Prepare and organize instruments and treatment materials
• Perform sterilization and infection control procedures
• Clean, disinfect, organize, and restock treatment rooms
• Monitor clinical inventory and supplies
• Perform regular inventory checks and communicate when supplies need to be reordered
• Help maintain an organized, efficient, and well-prepared clinical environment
• Provide a calm, reassuring experience for patients, particularly those who may be anxious about dental treatment

Front Desk / Administrative

• Greet patients and assist with check-in and check-out
• Answer phones and respond to patient questions
• Schedule, confirm, and reschedule appointments
• Verify dental insurance eligibility and benefits
• Assist with treatment estimates and insurance-related questions
• Collect copays and patient payments
• Communicate with referring dental offices
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Assist with patient follow-up and general office organization
• Help monitor office supplies and coordinate restocking as needed

What We Are Looking For

• Fluent Mandarin Chinese and English required
• Previous dental assisting experience preferred
• Front desk, dental scheduling, or dental insurance experience is a strong plus
• Warm, friendly, compassionate personality
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible
• Comfortable learning new systems and taking on varied responsibilities
• Able to work independently while also being a strong team player
• Professional and patient-focused demeanor
• Willingness and ability to work at both our Flushing and Eastchester locations as needed
• Reliable transportation between locations
• Comfortable working in a specialty dental practice
• Adaptable and proactive, with a willingness to cross-train and help wherever needed

You do not need to already be experienced in both chairside assisting and front desk responsibilities. We are happy to cross-train the right person who is dependable, eager to learn, and capable of taking ownership of their responsibilities.

Schedule

Full-time, 4 days per week

The schedule will include time at both our Flushing and Eastchester offices depending on practice needs. Flexibility regarding which location you work at on a given day is required.

As our practice continues to grow, there may be opportunities for additional hours or an expanded schedule in the future. Specific days and hours will be discussed during the interview.

Compensation

$25–$35 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Candidates with strong dental assisting experience, fluent Mandarin and English, and the ability to independently handle both chairside and front desk responsibilities may be considered toward the higher end of the range.

About Tooth Fairy Endodontics

Tooth Fairy Endodontics is a patient-focused endodontic practice specializing in root canal treatment and other endodontic procedures. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality clinical care in a warm and comfortable environment.

Our offices utilize modern technology and equipment, including dental operating microscopes and digital imaging. We value kindness, teamwork, attention to detail, reliability, and excellent patient care.

If you are looking for a position where you can develop your skills, take on meaningful responsibilities, and become an important part of a growing specialty practice, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief description of your dental assisting and/or front desk experience, including your Mandarin and English proficiency.

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing and able to work at both our Flushing and Eastchester locations as needed?
• Do you have reliable transportation and the ability to travel between our Flushing and Eastchester offices when scheduled?
• Do you have experience with dental front desk responsibilities such as scheduling, patient check-in/check-out, insurance verification, or collecting payments?
• Are you comfortable working in both a chairside dental assisting role and a front desk role as needed?
• What do you enjoy most about working in a dental office, and what do you feel makes someone an excellent candidate for this role?

Experience:

• Dental Assisting: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Chinese Mandarin + English (Required)

Work Location: In person