Join Our Team!
We are seeking a motivated, organized, and compassionate Dental Treatment Coordinator or crosstrained Dental Assistant to join our growing dental practice. This dual-role position combines front office responsibilities with chairside assisting, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and enjoys both patient interaction and clinical support.
The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, friendly, and comfortable multitasking while helping create an outstanding patient experience.
Responsibilities
Front Office Duties
- Greet and check patients in/out while creating a welcoming experience
- Schedule appointments and manage daily hygiene and treatment schedules
- Verify insurance eligibility and benefits
- Submit insurance claims and assist with billing follow-up
- Answer phones, respond to patient questions, and coordinate treatment scheduling
- Maintain accurate patient records using dental software, including Open Dental
- Present treatment plans and discuss financial arrangements when needed
Clinical Dental Assistant Duties
- Assist the doctor chairside using four-handed dentistry techniques
- Prepare and disinfect treatment rooms following infection control and sterilization protocols
- Take digital dental X-rays and maintain accurate documentation
- Sterilize instruments and maintain operatory organization
- Assist during restorative, prosthodontic, endodontic, oral surgery, and general dental procedures
- Support digital workflows including scanners, digital radiography, and modern dental technology
- Educate patients by explaining procedures and post-operative instructions
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA and OSHA standards
- Monitor inventory and maintain organized supplies when needed
- Help support a positive, team-oriented office culture
- Cross-train and assist team members to maintain smooth office flow
Qualifications
- Prior dental office experience required
- Experience with Open Dental preferred
- Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and infection control standards
- Ability to take dental X-rays (X-ray certification preferred or required per state regulations)
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Friendly and professional with patients
- Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented
- Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced dental environment
- A team player willing to help wherever needed
- Motivated to grow professionally and contribute to a positive office culture
Why Join Us?
- Friendly, supportive team environment
- Opportunity for growth and development
- Modern technology and digital systems
- Meaningful work helping improve patients’ oral health and confidence