Floater Dental Assistant Front Desk/ Min 2yrs Exp Pediatric Dentistry - Children's Dentistry of Arlington - Arlington, VA

Job Description
We are looking for a competent floater (dental assistant/front desk) who will make the dentist’s 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. This candidate 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
Greet patients warmly and manage their check-in and check-out processes.
Schedule appointments efficiently while considering patient needs and office availability.
Handle incoming calls and inquiries with professionalism, providing information about services offered.
Review and maintain accurate patient documentation, including medical records and billing information.

Skills
We will be considering inexperienced candidates with the right attitude

Proven experience as dental assistant & Patient Care coordinator
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
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)

Job Type: Full Time
Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour depending on experience level
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Experience:

Pediatric dentistry: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Arlington, VA 22204 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Arlington, VA 22204: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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