Dental Assistant Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida

Dental Assistant Lutz family dentistry Lutz, FL Job Details Full-time $20 – $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications Dental assisting Customer service Sterilization Dental receptionist High school diploma or GED Surgery Dentrix Patient care Computer skills Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description We are looking for a competent dental assistant/receptionist who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. We seek an individual who is cross trained for front and back. Candidate should be experienced in customer service with a passionate, caring and motivated personality who takes intiative in their work ethic. Dental experience, Dentrix, and insurance knowledge is a must! You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants/receptionists 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 Checking in and Checking out customers Insurance verifications, obtaining pre-authorizations, answering phone calls, scheduling appointments 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 Proven experience as dental assistant/dental receptionist Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Basic knowledge of dental insurance and procedures 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:

$20.00 – $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Lutz, FL 33548 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Lutz, FL 33548: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person