About Us
We are a small, modern, family-oriented dental practice with over 30 years of history serving our community. Our team is close-knit, and we take pride in creating a warm, welcoming environment for every patient who walks through our doors.
The Opportunity
We're seeking an experienced Dental Assistant who is comfortable working in both the back office and the front office. This is a great opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys patient care and chairside assisting, but who also finds satisfaction in the "puzzle" of scheduling, insurance, and billing. You'll be cross-trained to move fluidly between both roles as needed, keeping the practice running smoothly day to day.
Schedule:
- Tuesday–Friday (4-day work week), 36+ hours/week
- Morning huddle at 7:45 AM; last patient seen at 4:00 PM
- Flexibility required on Mondays to support emergency patients as needed
What You'll Do
Back Office / Clinical:
- Greet and prepare patients, ensuring they feel comfortable and cared for
- Set up and break down treatment rooms between patients
- Take dental X-rays as needed
- Assist the doctor chairside during procedures
- Sterilize instruments and equipment before and after each patient visit
- Take initiative to maintain cleanliness and professionalism throughout all treatment rooms
Front Office / Administrative:
- Schedule and coordinate patient appointments
- Discuss treatment finances and payment options with patients
- Manage collections and patient account follow-up
- Answer patient questions regarding insurance coverage and billing
- Support general front-desk operations as needed
On-the-job training will be provided for front-office insurance and financial procedures.
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 5 years of dental assisting experience
- Valid X-ray certification/license
- 8-hour sterilization certification
- A warm, caring demeanor with genuine concern for patient well-being
- Strong communication skills — comfortable speaking with patients about both clinical and financial matters
- Excellent multitasking abilities with the capacity to see the "big picture"
- Ability to stay calm, organized, and effective under pressure
- Self-driven, punctual, and a critical thinker
- A true team player willing to pitch in wherever needed
- Comfortable being cross-trained across both front and back office roles
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Dental benefits for employee and family
- Vacation time, based on experience and tenure
- A supportive, family-oriented team environment with decades of established patient relationships
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Are we allowed to contact your recent employer?
License/Certification:
- 8 hour sterilization certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
