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Front desk / assistant

Smiles Dental Care
📍 Houston, TX·Posted 21d ago
Part-Time · Salary Varies

My Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Receptionist / Dental Assistant, where your energy and enthusiasm will help create a welcoming environment for patients. You will be the friendly face greeting patients, managing appointments, and assisting our dentist during procedures, all while maintaining the highest standards of clinical confidentiality and infection control. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in dentistry.

Duties

  • Greet patients warmly, check them in and out efficiently using patient management software, and verify insurance information.
  • Schedule appointments, confirm upcoming visits, and manage patient flow to optimize clinic productivity.
  • Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing dental instruments, setting up necessary equipment, including dental x-ray machines and 3D scanners.
  • Assist dentists during procedures such as oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry with chairside support.
  • Take and develop dental x-rays following infection prevention management protocols; ensure proper handling of medical imaging equipment.
  • Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in electronic health record (EHR) systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
  • Follow strict infection control procedures using aseptic techniques to prevent cross-contamination during all clinical activities.
  • Educate patients on oral health care practices, post-treatment instructions, and dental terminology to promote understanding and compliance.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a dental receptionist or dental assistant within a busy dental clinic environment.
  • Proficiency with EMR systems such as open dental or Dentrix;
  • Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, medical documentation standards, and clinical confidentiality policies.
  • Ability to perform dental sterilization procedures accurately and efficiently; familiarity with infection prevention management is essential.
  • Competence in taking dental x-rays and operating dental equipment including 3D scanners and medical imaging tools.
  • Strong understanding of general dentistry procedures, oral surgery protocols, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry practices.
  • Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients of all ages

Join us in delivering exceptional patient care while advancing your skills in a vibrant healthcare environment!

Pay: $13.50 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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