Dental Assistant - Patient Care Coordinator

Star Dental Partners • Covington, LA

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About The Position

MoreSmiles Dental Spa is now hiring a Dental Assistant/Patient Coordinator in the Greater Mandeville Area! This is an amazing full time opportunity for a dental front desk candidate that also has experience as a dental assistant . If you are organized, reliable, self-directed and able to pivot between clinical and administrative tasks, this is a great practice for you! Schedule : Monday & Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm To learn more about this unique practice that delivers a spa-like experience to its patients, visit: https://www.moresmiles.com Job Title: DA Floater - Clinical & Patient Care Coordinator Position Summary The Dental Clinical & Patient Care Coordinator is a highly skilled, cross-trained team member who supports both clinical and front office operations to ensure exceptional patient care and smooth daily workflow. This role serves as a trusted floater, stepping in where needed to maintain efficiency, patient satisfaction, and team support. The ideal candidate brings prior dental experience, strong judgment, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of dental assisting experience (clinical assisting required; front office experience strongly preferred)
• Knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and basic insurance processes
• Strong understanding of patient flow and operational efficiency
• Experience with dental software (Dentrix preferred)
• Radiology certification
• Highly adaptable, reliable, and calm under pressure
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional, patient-focused demeanor
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to step in wherever needed
• Confident decision-maker with sound judgment
• Active dental assistant license
• Dental Assistant training/school certification
• 2 or more years of dental assisting clinical experience
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Experience with digital software

Nice To Haves

• Experience with dental software (Dentrix preferred)

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting for general dentistry procedures with efficiency and professionalism
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials according to clinical protocols
• Ensure proper sterilization, infection control, and operatory turnover
• Anticipate provider needs and support procedure flow to maximize productivity
• Assist with patient comfort, education, and post-operative instructions
• Greet patients warmly and manage check-in/check-out processes
• Schedule appointments with a focus on production goals and provider availability
• Verify insurance, collect payments, and review treatment plans as needed
• Support patient communication regarding appointments, follow-ups, and financial questions
• Assist with maintaining accurate patient records and documentation
• Transition seamlessly between front and back office based on daily needs
• Support team members during high-volume or short-staffed periods
• Help manage patient flow to minimize wait times and improve overall experience
• Communicate effectively with providers, office manager, and team members
• Identify workflow gaps and proactively assist where support is needed
• Assist the Dentists chairside
• Welcomes patients
• Prepares patients for treatments or checkups ensuring comfort
• Selection and setup of instrumentation, equipment and other dental materials as needed
• Instrument sterilization according to regulations
• Maintains accurate patient records
• Lab tasks as instructed
• Provide post-operative care instructions
• Maintain clean and stocked operatories

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their household
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty
• Paid $25k Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans with wellness incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees