Front Office/Dental Assistant

Specialty1 Partners•Riverside, CA

2h•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Our office, Gage Endodontics in Riverside, CA is seeking a talented cross trained Front Office/Dental Assistant to join our busy specialty practice. If you're early bird looking for a Monday - Friday (no weekends) shift beginning at 7:30am, this is the perfect location to bring your expertise. We are looking for a talented and skilled Front Assistant that has experience as a Dental Assistant to help us accomplish our mission to improve the lives of our patients by providing a world-class specialty experience for every patient. Here is what you need to know about the role, our team and why we could be the right next step in your career. Your Responsibilities In this hybrid role, your primary focus will be front office operations that ensure a smooth, welcoming, and efficient patient experience. You will be the first point of contact for patients and will help support administrative duties while also assisting clinically as needed. Front Office Responsibilities (Primary Focus) Warmly welcoming patients and creating a positive first impression Providing excellent phone etiquette while managing phone calls, patient inquiries, and daily office communications Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort Handling check-in and check-out processes Scheduling appointments, follow-ups, and post-operative visits Verifying insurance benefits and assisting with financial discussions Processing payments, posting charges, and maintaining accurate patient records Ensuring smooth patient flow throughout the day Supporting the Office Manager with day-to-day administrative tasks as needed Dental Assistant Responsibilities (Secondary / As Needed) Preparing patients for treatment and ensuring their comfort Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies Sterilizing instruments according to regulations Assisting the doctor through 4-handed dentistry Providing oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked operatory As one of the essential members of our office, you will also help to facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed. Your Background You are a resourceful dental assistant who loves helping patients receive the experience they deserve and helping the Dentist to provide it. You're excited by the prospect of a patient leaving your office in a healthier, stronger, and more comfortable / happier being, each and every day. You’re a kind, passionate and collaborative problem-solver who is able to proactively adjust to shifting priorities, and values the chance to make an important impact. You also have the following:

Requirements

At least 3-5 years of proven experience as dental assistant, endodontic experience required
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
A strong attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
A high school diploma
A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)
An active state radiology license (if required by law)

Responsibilities

Warmly welcoming patients and creating a positive first impression
Providing excellent phone etiquette while managing phone calls, patient inquiries, and daily office communications
Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort
Handling check-in and check-out processes
Scheduling appointments, follow-ups, and post-operative visits
Verifying insurance benefits and assisting with financial discussions
Processing payments, posting charges, and maintaining accurate patient records
Ensuring smooth patient flow throughout the day
Supporting the Office Manager with day-to-day administrative tasks as needed
Preparing patients for treatment and ensuring their comfort
Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
Sterilizing instruments according to regulations
Assisting the doctor through 4-handed dentistry
Providing oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked operatory
help to facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed

Benefits

BCBS High Deductible & PPO Medical insurance Options
VSP Vision Coverage
Principal PPO Dental Insurance
Complimentary Life Insurance Policy
Short-term & Long-Term Disability
Pet Insurance Coverage
401(k)
HSA / FSA Account Access
Identity Theft Protection
Legal Services Package
Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
Paid Time Off
Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment
Strong culture of honesty and teamwork
We believe in transparency through the talent acquisition process; we support our team members, past, future, and present, to make the best decision for themselves and their families. Starting off on the right foot with pay transparency is just one way that we are supporting this mission.