Sales Assistant for Dental Practice

Communityfirstdental•Sterling, VA

3d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Our modern dental practice is seeking a Sales Assistant who excels in patient communication, treatment follow-ups, and conversion while also providing light support to the dentist during simple procedures. If you're confident, organized, persuasive, and eager to grow in a healthcare environment, this is the role for you.

Requirements

Strong background in sales, customer service, or client relations (dental experience a plus).
Excellent communicator: warm, persuasive, organized, and consistent.
Comfortable with dental software, scheduling, and learning clinical basics.

Nice To Haves

Dental assisting experience preferred but not required we will train the right candidate.
Foreign-trained dentists or individuals with dental knowledge are welcome.

Responsibilities

Build rapport with new and existing patients to improve case acceptance and treatment scheduling.
Present treatment plans clearly and confidently, answer questions, and guide patients through decisions.
Conduct follow-up calls, texts, and emails to re-engage patients and close pending treatment.
Manage scheduling to maximize production, reduce no-shows, and keep the day flowing smoothly.
Support financial conversations and prepare patients for next steps.
Assist with outreach, reactivation, and retention campaigns to improve patient loyalty.
Assist the dentist by passing instruments, retracting, and preparing rooms.
Restock and organize operatories, sterilize instruments, and maintain OSHA/CDC standards.
Help document patient notes and updates in the practice management system.
Support front office tasks: scheduling, confirmations, patient check-in/out, and communication logs.
Maintain accurate patient records and track all follow-ups within the PMS.