Dental Assistant & Treatment Support Specialist

FQHC Talent; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation in Birmingham, AL seeks a Dental Assistant / Treatment Support Assistant to support the dental team, perform chairside duties, discuss treatment options with patients, and help coordinate referrals.

You'll also assist with front desk tasks, verify insurance, and use Dentrix software to maintain patient records; we value compassion, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to sit for approximately 90% of the time.
• Ability to stoop, bend, reach, grab with arms and hands, and use manual dexterity.
• US citizen or permanent immigration status.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist and hygienists chairside with clinical procedures.
• Help patients understand treatment plans, payment options, and referrals when needed.
• Occasionally support front desk operations, including: Answering phones and greeting patients.
• Verifying insurance eligibility and benefits.
• Assisting with pre-authorizations for partials, dentures, crowns, and SRP.
• Organize and prioritize tasks to accomplish goals efficiently.
• Use Dentrix software proficiently.
• Interact effectively and promote exceptional service to patients, families, physicians, fellow employees, and volunteers, demonstrating compassion, respect, and dignity.
• Work collaboratively as a team player while maintaining personal integrity and a positive, credible image.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain attention to detail, organization, and timeliness in a fast-paced environment.
• Stay up-to-date on regulations, methods, trends, and equipment.
• Demonstrate a desire to expand knowledge from both a clinical and administrative perspective, including management and leadership skills.
• Maintain OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Category 1 precautions.

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation in Birmingham, AL seeks a Dental Assistant / Treatment Support Assistant to support the dental team, perform chairside duties, discuss treatment options with patients, and help coordinate referrals.

You'll also assist with front desk tasks, verify insurance, and use Dentrix software to maintain patient records; we value compassion, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.