Dental Assistant/Insurance Coordinator position - Santa Barbara, CA area

Dental Assistant / Insurance Coordinator

Hlavaty Dental Arts – Santa Barbara, CA

$26–$33 per hour (DOE)

Part-Time | 16–32 hours/week | Monday–Thursday | No evenings or weekends

Work in One of Santa Barbara’s Most Advanced Dental Practices

Hlavaty Dental Arts is a modern cosmetic and implant dental practice in downtown Santa Barbara focused on delivering exceptional patient care in a calm, high-quality environment. Our practice specializes in cosmetic dentistry, implant surgery, sedation dentistry, and advanced restorative treatments using digital technology and modern workflows.

We are looking for a skilled Dental Assistant with front office and insurance experience who wants to be part of a professional, supportive team that takes pride in excellent dentistry and patient care.

This role combines chairside assisting, insurance coordination, and patient communication, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both clinical and administrative responsibilities.

What Makes This Position Different:

Modern, technology-driven practice
Supportive and respectful team culture
Opportunity to expand skills in cosmetic and implant dentistry
Consistent weekday schedule with no evenings or weekends
Beautiful office environment in downtown Santa Barbara

Responsibilities

Dental Assisting:
Chairside assisting during dental procedures
Taking digital x-rays (CA certification required)
Impressions and digital scans
Instrument sterilization and operatory preparation
Supporting hygiene appointments as needed

Front Office & Insurance:
Patient check-in and scheduling
Insurance verification and claim submission
Treatment coordination and patient financial discussions
Maintaining accurate patient records

Qualifications:
2+ years dental office experience a plus
California X-Ray Certification
Knowledge of dental insurance verification and claims
Experience with Open Dental or similar software preferred
Excellent communication and organization skills
Professional, reliable, and patient-focused attitude
Spanish bilingual is a plus

Apply Today:
If you’re looking for a professional, positive dental practice where your skills are valued and your work makes a difference for patients, we would love to meet you. Our outstanding dental practice is seeking an exceptional Dental Assistant for an opportunity to join our dedicated team.