We are specifically looking for a dental assistant to work with our front office deapartment. Responsibilities and Primary focus:
Manage and answer phone calls with accuracy and professionalism.
Present diagnosed treatment to patients.
Collect patient balances.
Enter insurance information for new patients accourately.
Knowledge in dentistry is a must!!
Previous experience preferred.
Depending on specific needs within our dental office, dental assistants are some of the best front office staff that review care plans with patients, set up payment plans, collect prepayments, balances,etc. Duties may also include, training with our online platform for phone, insurance and appointments. Attention to detail and a focus on providing a positive patient experience, every visit, is a priority within our practice and should be a shared goal with the right person. Qualifications:
Dental assisting experience preferred
Prior experience in dental is a plus.
Responsibilities: Skills:
Knowledge of dental treatments, tooth numbers and dental insurance.
Understanding of health & safety as well as privacy regulations
Ability to answer phones in a timely manner professionally.
Good computer skills; phone skills are a plus
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
Job Types: Full-time Hours Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour DOE Schedule:
8 -12 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to reliably commute to Las Cruces a must; NM license Experience:
Dental assisting or front office experience: (Preferred)
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour Expected hours: 36 per week Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Free parking
Health insurance
Life insurance
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Las Cruces, NM 88001: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)