LOCATIONS: FLUSHING, QUEENS & EASTCHESTER, WESTCHESTER COUNTY
Tooth Fairy Endodontics, P.C. is a growing boutique endodontic practice with offices in Flushing, Queens and Eastchester, Westchester County.
We are looking for a reliable, compassionate, detail-oriented Dental Assistant / Front Desk team member who is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English.
This is a full-time, 4-day-per-week position for someone who wants to become a well-rounded member of a specialty dental practice. The position involves both chairside dental assisting and front desk responsibilities, with cross-training available for the right candidate.
The position requires flexibility to work at both our Flushing and Eastchester offices depending on the practice schedule. Reliable transportation between locations is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical / Chairside:
* Assist the endodontist with root canals, retreatments, consultations, and surgical procedures
* Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials
* Assist with dental microscope procedures
* Take digital dental X-rays
* Sterilization and infection control
* Clean, organize, and restock treatment rooms
* Monitor clinical inventory and supplies
* Perform regular inventory checks and communicate when supplies need to be reordered
* Help maintain an organized and efficient clinical environment
* Help provide a calm and reassuring experience for anxious patients
Front Desk / Administrative:
* Greet patients and assist with check-in and check-out
* Answer phones and respond to patient questions
* Schedule, confirm, and reschedule appointments
* Verify dental insurance eligibility and benefits
* Assist with treatment estimates and insurance questions
* Collect copays and patient payments
* Communicate with referring dental offices
* Maintain accurate patient records
* Assist with patient follow-up
* Help monitor office supplies and coordinate restocking as needed
REQUIREMENTS
* Fluent Mandarin Chinese and English (Required)
* Previous dental assisting experience preferred
* Front desk, dental scheduling, or dental insurance experience is a strong plus
* Warm, friendly, and compassionate
* Detail-oriented and organized
* Reliable, punctual, and responsible
* Excellent communication skills
* Comfortable learning new systems and taking on varied responsibilities
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Willing and able to work at both Flushing and Eastchester locations
* Reliable transportation between locations
* Comfortable working in a specialty dental practice
You do not need to already be experienced in both chairside assisting and front desk work. We are willing to cross-train the right person who is dependable, eager to learn, and capable of taking ownership of their responsibilities.
SCHEDULE
Full-time, 4 days per week.
The schedule will include time at both our Flushing and Eastchester offices depending on practice needs. Flexibility regarding which location you work at on a given day is required.
As our practice continues to grow, there may be opportunities for additional hours or an expanded schedule in the future.
COMPENSATION
$25-$35/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Candidates with strong dental assisting experience, fluent Mandarin and English, and the ability to independently handle both chairside and front desk responsibilities may be considered toward the higher end of the range.
ABOUT TOOTH FAIRY ENDODONTICS
Tooth Fairy Endodontics is a patient-focused endodontic practice specializing in root canal treatment and other endodontic procedures. We pride ourselves on high-quality clinical care and providing a warm, comfortable experience for our patients.
Our offices utilize modern technology and equipment, including dental operating microscopes and digital imaging. We value kindness, teamwork, attention to detail, reliability, and excellent patient care.
TO APPLY
Please reply through Craigslist with your resume and a brief description of your dental assisting and/or front desk experience.
Please include your level of Mandarin Chinese and English proficiency, your availability, and confirmation that you are able to work at both our Flushing and Eastchester locations.
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