Dental Office Coordinator - Southwest Pediatric Dental - Saint John, IN

About us
Southwest Pediatric Dental is a small business in St. John, Indiana. We are fast-paced, fun and rewarding.
Our work environment includes:

Relaxed atmosphere
International workforce
Lively atmosphere

We are looking for a competent, bilingual dental assistant and/or receptionist who will make the dental office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills

Experience as dental assistant is preferred.
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing and radiographs.
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Preferably speak English and Spanish, Arabic, or Polish.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38 – 40 per week
Benefits:

Employee discount
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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