Dental Assistant/Receptionist - Kiddie Cavity Care & Orthodontics - Richmond, VA

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Richmond, VA

Job Description

Dental Clinical Assistant/Front Desk ReceptionistWe are looking for a Dental Clinical Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist to staff our Dental Office front desk position on a daily basis and to perform a variety of Clinical , Administrative and Clerical tasks. As a Dental Clinical Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for our company. Our Receptionist’s duties include offering administrative support across the organization. You will welcome guests and great people who visit the business. You will help coordinate front-desk activities, including distributing correspondence and redirecting phone calls. To be successful as a Dental Clinical Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist you should have a pleasant personality, as this is also a customer service role. You Should be Proficient in Eaglesoft software. You should be able to deal with emergencies in a timely and effective manner, while streamlining office operations. Multitasking and stress management skills are essential for this position. This role may require working in shifts, so flexibility is a plus. Ultimately, a Receptionist’s duties and responsibilities are to ensure the front desk welcomes guests positively, and executes all administrative tasks to the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities

Greet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the office
Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office
Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls
Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures)
Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email
Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries
Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges)
Order front office supplies and keep inventory of stock
Update calendars and schedule meetings
Arrange travel and accommodations, and prepare vouchers
Keep updated records of office expenses and costs
Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing and faxing

Skills

Must Be Spanish Speaking
Proven work experience as a Dental Clinical Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist or similar role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g. fax machines and printers)
Professional attitude and appearance
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
Excellent organizational skills
Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
Customer service attitude
High school degree; additional certification in Office Management is a plus

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:

Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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