Dental Assistant/Receptionist

_*Parkside Dentistry is looking for a highly-motivated individual to join our practice as a cross-trained dental assistant/receptionist.
*_ We are a small dental practice located on the NW corner of Higgins Ave and University Ave in Missoula, MT.
We offer competitive starting pay ranging from $19-22/hour based on experience.
Full-time benefits include employer-sponsored health insurance (after 30 days), 401k, paid holidays, as well as a significant employee discount on dental procedures.
One week of PTO is available after 1 year of employment.
You may still request time off within the first year.
Schedule would be Tuesday-Friday from 8:30am-5:30pm with 1 hour unpaid lunch from 1-2pm with occasional Mondays if coverage is needed.
We are also open to hiring part-time Tuesday-Wednesday from 8:30am-5:30pm with occasional Mondays.
We are willing to work with the right candidate to find a schedule that works for you.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): * Greet and welcome patients as they arrive * Answer incoming phone calls and respond to emails * Manage patient records and update information as necessary while following HIPAA guidelines * Verify insurance coverage and assist with insurance claims processing * Collect payments from patients in office and assist with generating billing statements * Assist the office manager with other administrative tasks as needed * Assist the doctor in treating patients * Sterilize instruments and sanitize equipment after each patient * Set up operatories with necessary instruments/equipment * Seat patients and gather intake information Experience * Previous experience as a dental assistant, receptionist or in a similar role is preferred * Familiarity with dental office procedures and terminology is a plus * Proficiency in using dental software systems such as SoftDent or similar programs * Strong communication skills, both verbal and written * Excellent customer service skills and the ability to handle patient inquiries and concerns professionally * Attention to detail and ability to multitask Those without dental assisting and/or reception experience are still encouraged to apply! On-the-job training will be provided for the right candidate.
The majority of our staff over the years has been hired with little to no experience.
All applications will be considered.
_This list is not exhaustive.
There may be additional job duties not listed.
_ Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $19.
00 - $22.
00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 32 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Flextime * Free parking * Health insurance * On-the-job training * Paid time off Healthcare setting: * Clinic * Dental office * Private practice Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday * No weekends Ability to Relocate: * Missoula, MT 59801: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person