Dental Assistant/Receptionist

Ingleside Dental; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Growth opportunities

Training and mentorship

Excellent working environment

Fun, friendly team

Job summary

Ingleside Dental in San Francisco, CA seeks a dynamic Dental Assistant/Receptionist to support front desk operations and assist during treatment. This floating, paid role emphasizes patient care, accurate charting, and efficient clinic workflow.

Training is available for the right candidate, with opportunities to grow within a supportive dental team. The ideal candidate has strong communication, team spirit, and a commitment to HIPAA compliance, with the ability to lift up to 35 lbs and

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Dental Assistant/Receptionist to join our vibrant dental practice. This floating position offers an exciting opportunity to provide exceptional patient care while managing efficient front desk operations. The ideal candidate will be energetic, detail-oriented, and possess a strong background in dental and medical administrative support. You will play a vital role in ensuring smooth clinic workflows, delivering outstanding patient service, and maintaining accurate medical records. This paid position is perfect for someone eager to grow within a supportive healthcare environment while utilizing their diverse skill set. For the right candidate, we will train.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Dental related experience preferred, but not necessary
• 8 Hour Infection Control course approved by the Dental Board
• 2 Hour Dental Practice Act Course
• Happy Personality
• Positive and Optimistic
• Effective Communication
• Strong work ethics
• Integrity
• Intentional
• Self motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Enthusiastic
• Eager to learn new skills
• Caring
• Able to lift 35 lbs

Responsibilities

• Adhere to our Core Values
• Prepare and clean exam rooms
• Sterilize tools and equipment
• Assist the dentist during treatment
• Take X-rays and process scans
• Make dental impressions and temporary crowns
• Teach patients good oral care

Front Desk Support Duties

• Greet arriving patients and check them in
• Answer phone calls and reply to messages
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Check patient insurance and process billing details
• Update medical charts safely under privacy rules
• Order office and dental supplies

Team Player in helping others

• Greet patients warmly, verify insurance coverage, and schedule appointments using Open Dental.
• Assist dental providers during procedures by preparing treatment rooms and managing dental supplies with precision
• Collect payments, process medical and dental billing, and perform insurance verification including CPT coding, and documentation review
• Maintain accurate patient records, update health information management systems, and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Manage multi-line phone systems with professional phone etiquette; handle appointment scheduling and patient inquiries efficiently
• Support medical administrative tasks such as filing, data entry (including 10 key typing), and managing electronic health records
• Facilitate intake processes for new patients and assist to optimize patient flow and office management

We offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Growth Opportunity
• Training and Mentorship
• Excellent working environment
• Fun, friendly, and supportive team