Dental Assistant
Job Description
Dental Assistant / Hygiene Scheduler We are looking for a Dental Assistant / Hygiene Scheduler to join our team. This is a flexible position combining dental assisting, front desk, patient scheduling, and administrative duties across two dental practices and two doctors.
We are targeting 30–40 hours per week, but the schedule is flexible based on your availability and our practice needs. There is also significant opportunity for additional hours. Our previous team member worked over 70 hours per week, so additional hours are available for someone interested in them.
Responsibilities Assist the dentist during procedures, including room setup and sterilization. Greet patients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and verify insurance. Collect payments and assist with insurance/billing tasks. Manage patient records, emails, and documentation while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Provide excellent patient service and support daily office operations. Use Open Dental and other dental office software. Requirements Dental radiographic X-ray certification required. Previous dental assisting experience required. Dental front-desk/reception experience preferred. Knowledge of dental terminology, insurance, and billing. Strong computer and communication skills. Ability to multitask and work independently. Open Dental experience is a plus. Schedule Target: 30–40 hours/week — flexible.
Current hours include:
Monday: 9 AM–5 PM Tuesday: 6 AM–3 PM (required) Wednesday: 1 PM–7 PM Thursday: 9 AM–5 PM Friday: 9 AM–5 PM One Saturday/month: 8 AM–2 PM We are willing to work with the right candidate on scheduling and hours. Additional hours are available for those who want them.
Pay & Benefits $25–$30/hour, depending on experience.
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- $25.00-$0.00/hr ($50,000-$0/yr)
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- August 21, 2026
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