Experienced Dental Assistant

WeSmile Dental Care; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

WeSmile Dental Care is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our clinic. The role involves welcoming patients, assisting dentists during procedures, and keeping the front desk organized with timely appointment scheduling and payment processing.

You will handle patient registration, answer inquiries, maintain confidentiality of records, and ensure the reception area stays tidy and inviting. This position supports smooth clinic operations with professionalism and care.

Qualifications

• Experienced dental assistant.
• Familiar with front desk duties and receptionist work.
• Familiar with appointment scheduling, phone handling, patient registration and payments.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes patients and ensures they feel comfortable and cared for.
• Answers questions, addresses concerns, and creates a positive experience.
• Maintains a neat appearance and represents the clinic well.
• Handles patient records with confidentiality and discretion.
• Manages appointments, phone calls, and financial tracking; keeps reception area inviting.
• Assists dentists during procedures and prepares treatment rooms and instruments.
• Interacts professionally with patients, staff and external partners.
• Follows clinic policies and supports day-to-day operations.

Skills

Counter duties

Receptionist work

Job description

We’re seeking a friendly and professional experienced Dental Assistant to join us at Bedok!

Manage appointment scheduling, phone calls, patient registration, and payment processing. Maintain accurate financial tracking and keep the reception area tidy and welcoming. Candidates should be familiar with counter duties and receptionist work.

We want to hear from you if you’re passionate about providing great patient care and ensuring smooth clinic operations.

Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Be welcoming to patients and ensure they feel comfortable and cared for.
• Patient Support: Answer questions, handle concerns, and create a positive experience.
• Professionalism: Maintain a neat appearance and represent the clinic positively.
• Confidentiality: Handle patient records and clinic documents with care and discretion.
• Front Desk Duties: Manage appointments, phone calls, and financial tracking. Keep the clinic tidy and inviting.
• Clinic Support: Assist dentists during procedures and ensure supplies are stocked. Prepare the treatment room and instruments required for dental procedures. Chair-side assisting during treatment procedures.
• Communication: Interact professionally with patients, staff, and external partners.
• Compliance: Follow company policies and support day-to-day clinic operations.

Working Hours:

• 5 working days per week with 2 rest days.
• 3 days: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• 2 days: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• May be required to work 2 weekends if needed.