Front Desk Coordinator/Dental Assistant

Our family dentistry practice is looking for an outstanding Front Desk Coordinator/Dental Assistant! Our practice is well-established and we are seeking an additional team member to care for our wonderful family of patients! We value compassionate, honest, and long-lasting relationships with our patients and employees and would like to find someone with the same mindset to join our close-knit team. The ideal candidate will be upbeat, team orientated and help to create the best dental experience for all of our patients every visit, be open-minded about new techniques and ideas, committed to continued education and comfortable with change all with a positive attitude. This position will have cross training capabilities since the 2 positions work intimately with each other. The position will start as a Front Desk coordinator position, then cross train for dental assisting in the future.

Position Summary: Patient coordinators are the first point of contact for patients as a practice and also have key responsibilities in many day-to-day administrative office activities. Plan and coordinate supportive services of the practice such as recordkeeping, patient reception, scheduling, and other office support services. Responsible to prepare, present, and schedule patients for treatment plans following Dentist’s exam notes and direction. Set up any financial arrangements, collect payments from patients and insurance companies. Direct and ensure compliance of office personnel on company policy regarding collection procedures and practices. Must be able to take direction and follow through on tasks given, work well under pressure in a fast paced environment.

Dental assistant will assist the Dentist, Dental Hygienist, and Dental Assistants in both administrative and clinical duties. Provide patient and practice support services; including, but not limited to, personal assistance, medical attention, and emotional support. This team member motivates, educates, and provides excellent treatment. He/she will educate patients on oral hygiene, understand procedures, get patient consents and be able to answer questions patients may have, take and develop diagnosable X-rays, or apply fluoride accurately, assist dentist proactively during procedures.

Personal Qualification Requirements:
Outstanding team player
Friendly, positive, energetic, and upbeat
Professional and dependable
Excellent communication skills—ability to work well with teammates and patients
Proactive with a strong work ethic
Organized with an ability to multi-task and Cross train
Detail-oriented and thorough

Experience and Skills:
Excellent commitment to quality of work, not quantity
Dental NECESSARY
Ability to help put anxious patients at ease
Work well (and maintain grace) under pressure with good time management skills
Ability to follow directions/protocol
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Benefits:

Dental, Health, 401K, 6-8 Weeks Paid vacation, bonus available

If you are qualified and interested in joining our team 3-4 days per week, please email your cover letter and resume with "Front office coordinator" in the subject line. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $negotiable per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8-10 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High School diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• Dental preferred

Work Location:

• One location

Company's website:

• www.threeriversdentalmt.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No weekends

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person