Permanent Dental Receptionist / Front Desk Job in Clifton, NJ
Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will support the dentist and hygienist during patient care, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for our patients. The role requires a strong foundation in dental assisting, with a passion for delivering exceptional care in a fast-paced clinical environment. Duties: - Prepare patients for dental procedures, including taking medical and dental histories, explaining treatment plans, and obtaining consent. - Assist the dentist and hygienist during treatments, such as fillings, crowns, and extractions. - Maintain patient records, including medical and dental information, using electronic medical records (EMRs) such as Epic. - Perform various clinical duties, including taking X-rays, making impressions, and administering anesthesia. - Demonstrate aseptic technique and maintain a clean and organized treatment area. - Participate in pediatric dentistry, providing exceptional care to young patients and their families. - Manage patient flow and schedule appointments in a busy dental practice, using Eaglesoft or similar dental software. - Assist the front desk team as needed, providing exceptional customer service and answering patient inquiries. - Collaborate with the dental team to ensure seamless patient care and maintain a positive and professional work environment. Experience: - 1+ years of experience as a Dental Assistant or related role. - Familiarity with medical imaging, including X-rays and CT scans. - Knowledge of general dentistry and prosthodontics procedures. - Experience with dental software, including Eaglesoft and Epic. - Strong anatomy knowledge and ability to understand patient anatomy. - Ability to maintain accurate and detailed medical records. - Experience in pediatric dentistry, including working with young patients and their families. - Demonstrated proficiency in aseptic technique and ability to maintain a clean and organized treatment area. - Proven experience as a dental receptionist, with excellent communication and customer service skills. Skills: - Medical imaging - General dentistry - Prosthodontics - Epic - Anatomy knowledge - Medical records - Pediatric dentistry - Aseptic technique - Dental receptionist - Eaglesoft Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Free parking Health insurance License reimbursement Mileage reimbursement On-the-job training Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Travel reimbursement Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: X-Ray Certification (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Clifton, NJ 07013 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Clifton, NJ 07013: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
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