Dental Assistant

Administrative Consulting & Staffing; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Alpharetta, GA, is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant. This role involves verifying patient insurance benefits, taking x-rays, educating children on dental hygiene, and managing treatment documentation. The ideal candidate will have an accredited dental assistant program completion or equivalent experience, current CPR certification, and strong technical skills in software like Slack and OpenDental. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow in a supportive and team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited dental assistant training program or 3 years of progressive experience.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Expanded duty certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify and explain patient insurance benefits.
• Assist with posting insurance payments and adjustments.
• Take digital x-rays of children’s teeth.
• Serve as the infection control officer, preparing and sterilizing instruments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technical skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited dental assistant training program or 3 years of experience

Current CPR certification

Expanded duty certification

Tools

Slack

OpenDental

Microsoft Office

Google Suites

Job description

The duties of a Pediatric Dental Assistant are among the most comprehensive and varied in our dental office. Our Pediatric Dental Assistants are motivated, team-oriented professionals who possess the ability to work with children of all ages. This position requires excellent interpersonal, communication, and technical skills along with friendly chairside manner. If you’re eager to provide quality dental care, enjoy working with your hands, and want a career with growth and responsibility, then our office is for you.

Daily Duties

• Verify and explain patient insurance benefits
• Assists with posting insurance payments and adjustments
• Verify patient medical history
• Take digital x-rays of children’s teeth
• Prepare and breakdown treatment rooms
• Chart the doctor’s observations, comments, and recommended treatments
• Accurately document treatments provided during each visit
• Assist with managing supply inventory
• Serve as the infection control officer, preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Educate children and parents on proper brushing techniques and the importance of the recommended treatments

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited dental assistant training program (or 3 years of progressive experience)
• Expanded duty certification (preferred)
• Current CPR certification (required)
• Strong understanding of Slack and OpenDental
• Competency in Microsoft Office, Google Suites, email, social media, copiers, and multiple line phone system
• Ability to be a team player who enjoys working and assisting with others
• Must be a problem solver, task oriented, and pay attention to detail