Dental Front Desk (Dentrix Required) Bilingual English and Spanish

Job Summary
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant where you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth clinic operations. This energetic position combines clinical assisting with front-office coordination, requiring a proactive attitude and excellent communication skills. Proficiency in Dentrix, an advanced dental practice management software, is essential to efficiently manage patient records, appointments, and billing. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about promoting oral health, this opportunity is perfect for you! You'll be instrumental in creating a welcoming atmosphere for patients while supporting the clinical team with chairside assistance and administrative duties.

Duties

• Assist dentists during various procedures, including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry, ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols
• Take and develop X-rays and medical imaging to assist with diagnosis and treatment planning
• Manage patient check-in and check-out processes as a dental receptionist, including verifying insurance information and updating medical records in Dentrix
• Provide chairside support using four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency and patient comfort
• Monitor vital signs and assist with medical documentation to ensure patient safety during procedures
• Maintain accurate medical coding and documentation aligned with HIPAA regulations for confidentiality and compliance
• Operate EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Eaglesoft or Epic to document treatment details, update patient information, and manage appointment schedules
• Educate patients on dental terminology, post-treatment care instructions, and preventive practices tailored for pediatric patients when necessary

Qualifications

• Proven experience in dental assisting within a busy dental clinic environment, with familiarity in general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and medical terminology
• Proficiency in Dentrix software is required; experience with Eaglesoft or Epic EMR systems is a plus
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and infection control standards to ensure patient privacy and safety
• Ability to perform X-ray procedures accurately while maintaining aseptic technique
• Strong understanding of anatomy knowledge relevant to dental procedures and medical imaging techniques such as 3D scanners
• Excellent communication skills as a dental receptionist combined with the ability to handle medical documentation and records efficiently
• Familiarity with medical coding practices related to dental treatments for accurate billing and insurance claims
• Certification in dental assisting or related fields preferred; ongoing training in pediatric dentistry or advanced imaging techniques is advantageous

Join us in making a difference by providing compassionate care while supporting our team’s commitment to excellence! This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills within a vibrant healthcare environment dedicated to improving oral health outcomes.

Pay: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person