Dental Assistant & Front Office Coordinator

Affordable-Dentures-; Willowick (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Affordable-Dentures in Ohio seeks a Dental Assistant/Front Office Assistant to support the dentist and team. The role combines clinical duties (setting up rooms, taking x-rays and impressions, chairside assistance as allowed) with front desk responsibilities (phone calls, scheduling, patient check-in/out, discussing treatment plans and financial arrangements).

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma and ActiveDA and X-ray certification, strong communication skills, knowledge of dental

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Active DA and X-ray certification required.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Knowledge of dental insurance processes including verification, claims and denial management.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with dental software (Dentrix preferred).
• Minimum one year experience assisting with dentures and/or implants.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend and lift up to 50 lbs; clinical and administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• Manage phones, scheduling, patient check-in/out, and calendar coordination.
• Collect and process payments; handle insurance verification, claims, and financial arrangements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA/OSHA compliance.
• Educate patients on procedures, treatment options, office policies, and aftercare.
• Support the dentist during procedures, including denture adjustments within state guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and uphold infection control.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation as directed.
• Manage supply inventory and assist with office preparation and daily cleaning.
• Provide excellent patient service to ensure a positive experience and smooth office flow.

Skills

Communication skills

Insurance billing knowledge

Microsoft Office

Dental software (Dentrix)

Organization & multitasking

Dentures/implants assistance

Education

High School Diploma

Active DA and X-ray certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Affordable-Dentures in Ohio seeks a Dental Assistant/Front Office Assistant to support the dentist and team. The role combines clinical duties (setting up rooms, taking x-rays and impressions, chairside assistance as allowed) with front desk responsibilities (phone calls, scheduling, patient check-in/out, discussing treatment plans and financial arrangements).

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma and ActiveDA and X-ray certification, strong communication skills, knowledge of dental