Dental Assistant/Front Office

Precision Family Dentistry; Oakhurst (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Employee discount

Leadership training and advancement

Fun and supportive office culture

Job summary

Precision Family Dentistry in California is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant / Front Office Coordinator to support both clinical and front desk operations. You will assist the dentist, prepare rooms, take X-rays, and maintain sterilization while also greeting patients and managing appointments.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and a patient-focused approach, with the team-oriented, supportive office culture emphasized.

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting and/or front office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
• Familiarity with Dentrix and insurance billing is a plus.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Professional, friendly, and compassionate attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures and handle front office tasks.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures.
• Take dental X-rays as permitted by certifications and state rules.
• Maintain sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Greet patients and manage scheduling, intake, and reminders.
• Verify insurance eligibility and benefits, review treatment plans.
• Process patient payments and submit insurance claims.

Skills

Dental assisting

Front office experience

Dental terminology

Dentrix

Insurance billing

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Dental assisting certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Dental Assistant / Front Office Coordinator

We are looking for a friendly, dependable, and motivated Dental Assistant / Front Office Coordinator to join our dental team. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, professional, and passionate about providing excellent patient care. This position requires the ability to assist the dentist with clinical procedures while also helping manage daily front office operations and ensuring a positive patient experience.

Responsibilities

Dental Assistant Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including restorative, preventative, and other general dentistry treatments.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before procedures.
• Take dental X-rays as permitted by applicable certifications and state regulations.
• Maintain proper sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Assist with patient care, comfort, and education.
• Keep operatories clean, organized, and properly stocked.

Front Office Responsibilities

• Greet patients warmly and professionally.
• Answer incoming phone calls, schedule appointments, and confirm patient visits.
• Check patients in and out.
• Verify dental insurance eligibility and benefits.
• Review treatment plans and assist with financial arrangements.
• Process patient payments and maintain accurate account records.
• Submit insurance claims and assist with follow-up on outstanding claims.
• Maintain accurate patient charts and update patient information.
• Coordinate patient scheduling and help maintain an efficient daily schedule.
• Assist with recall appointments and treatment follow-ups.

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting and/or dental front office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
• Familiarity with Dentrix and insurance billing is a plus.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Professional, friendly, and compassionate attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Current dental assisting certifications as required for assigned clinical duties.

Schedule

• Full-time
• 8 hour shift
• Monday- Thursday

Compensation & Benefits

• $19-$21 BOE
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discount
• Leadership training and advancement opportunities
• Fun and supportive office culture