Dental Assistant/Front Desk - North County Dental Arts - Redlands, CA

Job SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated and organized hybrid Front/Back Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing regular back end clinical operations, as well as ensuring a smooth flow of patients to the front end, which includes quality treatment plan presentation, and scheduling patients. As well as lending a hand to our front desk when needed. Providing exceptional customer service is key. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for dental care. Bilingual, Spanish is huge plus.
Duties

Greet patients warmly upon arrival and assist them with check-in procedures.
Schedule appointments and manage the calendar for multiple dental providers.
Maintain patient records accurately and ensure all information is up-to-date.
Handle patient inquiries regarding treatments, procedures, and insurance coverage.
Process payments and manage billing inquiries efficiently.
Assist with the preparation of treatment rooms and ensure compliance with aseptic techniques.
Coordinate with dental staff to ensure seamless patient care, including managing X-Ray requests and 3D scanning when necessary.
Utilize Open Dental software for patient management and record keeping.
Support the dental team in various administrative tasks as needed.

Experience

Previous experience in a dental clinic or healthcare setting is preferred.
Familiarity with medical terminology related to dentistry, including prosthodontics, oral surgery, endodontics, and general dentistry practices.
Proficient in using dental software such as Open Dental is a plus.
Knowledge of vital signs monitoring may be beneficial but is not required.
Experience with X-Ray procedures and aseptic techniques will be advantageous.

We encourage individuals who are passionate about providing excellent patient care to apply for this rewarding position as a Dental Receptionist in our clinic.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Escondido, CA 92025 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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