ASO - Trieste

COT S.r.l.; Italia; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

COT S.r.l. is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist during examinations and treatments by preparing and sterilizing equipment, assisting patients, and maintaining records.

The role also involves front office duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing insurance claims, with a focus on HIPAA-compliant record keeping. The ideal candidate will have a CODA-accredited program, CPR/first aid certification, strong communication skills, and experience with EHR

Qualifications

• Must have effective communication with patients and staff
• Familiarity with dental terminology and procedures
• Experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred
• CODA-accredited dental assisting program completion required
• CPR and first aid certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms for patient exams and procedures
• Sterilize instruments according to infection control policies
• Maintain patient records (HIPAA-compliant)
• Take x-rays and intraoral photos under dentist supervision
• Assist patients during exams and procedures
• Schedule appointments and answer phone calls
• File insurance claims and process payments
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment

Skills

Communication skills

Dental terminology

EHR experience

Background check clearance

Education

High school diploma

CODA-accredited program

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Dental Assistant assists the dentist during examinations and treatments of patients by preparing and sterilizing equipment, providing assistance to patients, and maintaining records. The Dental Assistant also provides support for front office duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing insurance claims.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms for patient exams and procedures.
• Sterilize instruments in accordance with infection control policies and guidelines.
• Maintain patient medical records according to HIPAA regulations.
• Take x-rays and intraoral photographs under supervision of the dentist.
• Provide assistance to patients during exams and procedures.
• Schedule appointments and answer phone calls.
• File insurance claims and collect payments.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a dental assisting program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
• Current certification in CPR and first aid.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
• Experience with electronic health record systems.