Experienced Dental Assistant

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our dental team. This role combines clinical support to ensure a smooth patient flow and exceptional service. The ideal candidate will possess strong dental terminology knowledge, proficiency in Open Dental , and excellent communication skills. Bilingual abilities and clinic experience are highly valued to enhance patient interactions and office efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients warmly and manage patient check-in/check-out processes using systems such as Open dental
• Schedule appointments, verify insurance coverage, and process billing using EMR/EHR platforms like Open dental
• Collect payments and perform medical collections accurately while maintaining HIPAA compliance
• Assist with clinical procedures as a Dental Assistant, including preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing equipment
• Review and update patient medical records, ensuring accuracy in documentation review
• Help with sterilization while following OSHA guidelines
• Support health information management by ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards

Experience

• Prior experience in a dental setting is preferred, including familiarity with dental terminology, dental billing, and coding practices
• Proficiency with dental practice management software such as Open dental
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle patient interactions professionally in a bilingual environment if applicable
• Knowledge of insurance verification processes, and health information management practices is beneficial
• Previous clinic experience will be considered an asset for this role

This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment where clinical expertise meets administrative excellence. We value candidates committed to providing compassionate patient care while maintaining efficient office operations.

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person