Front Desk / Dental Assistant

•Full-Time or Part-Time Medford Periodontics Medford, MA Job Details Full-time $25

•$35 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Teamwork Medical scheduling Administrative experience Attention to detail Registered Dental Assistant Full Job Description We are an established and growing periodontal practice, and we are expanding our team! We are seeking a dual-trained Front Desk / Dental Assistant to join our friendly and professional office. This position is primarily a front desk role , but the ideal candidate must be a licensed dental assistant who is comfortable stepping into the clinical area and assisting the doctor as needed. We are looking for someone who enjoys interacting with patients, is organized and dependable, and is equally comfortable supporting both the administrative and clinical sides of a dental practice.

Schedule:

Monday through Thursday, approximately 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a 1-hour lunch break. We are primarily seeking a full-time team member but are also open to discussing a part-time schedule for the right candidate.

Compensation & Benefits:

$25

•35 per hour , based on experience and qualifications Paid time off (PTO) Company 401(k) match Major holidays off Stable weekday schedule Supportive, team-oriented work environment Primary Responsibilities

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Front Desk:

Greet patients and provide a welcoming, professional experience Communicate professionally with patients and referring dental offices Answer incoming phone calls and respond to patient inquiries Schedule, confirm, and coordinate patient appointments Collect patient payments and assist with billing-related matters Maintain accurate patient and scheduling information Assist with general administrative duties and daily office operations Work closely with the doctor and other team members to keep the schedule and office running smoothly Clinical Responsibilities

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As Needed:

Step into the back office and provide dental assisting coverage when needed Assist the doctor during periodontal and implant procedures Prepare and turn over treatment rooms Follow appropriate infection-control and sterilization procedures Provide additional clinical support when another dental assistant is unavailable or when patient flow requires it

Qualifications:

Valid dental assisting license/credentials required Dental assisting experience required; periodontal, surgical, or implant experience is a plus Front desk or dental administrative experience strongly preferred Strong organizational and multitasking skills Excellent communication and customer-service skills Comfortable learning and using dental practice management software Reliable, punctual, professional, and detail-oriented Flexible and willing to help wherever needed as part of a team This is a great opportunity for a versatile dental professional who enjoys front desk responsibilities while maintaining their clinical assisting skills. This is a new position as we expand our team , and we are looking for someone who would like to grow with our practice. If you are dependable, personable, and comfortable working both at the front desk and chairside when needed, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.00

•$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off Ability to

Commute:

Medford, MA 02155 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Medford, MA 02155: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person