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full-time 5 days ago

Front Desk OR Dental Assistant – (Bilingual - Spanish)

Dentistry for Children and Adolescents

5901 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31405
16.50 - 19.00/hr

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Job Description

Dentistry for Children and Adolescents is looking for a friendly, reliable, outgoing, and motivated team member to join our pediatric dental team!

We are hiring for either a Front Desk Receptionist OR a Dental Assistant. You will be considered for the position that best matches your experience, strengths, and interests. You will NOT be expected to perform both roles.

If you have customer service or front-office experience, we would love to hear from you. If you're interested in becoming a dental assistant but don't have dental experience, that's okay! We provide on-the-job training, and prior dental assisting experience or certification is not required.

Front Desk Receptionist

Our front desk team plays an important role in creating a welcoming experience for our patients and their families. Responsibilities include:

Greeting patients and parents with a friendly and professional attitude

Scheduling and managing appointments

Checking patients in and out

Verifying insurance

Answering phones and assisting families with questions

Providing excellent customer service

Performing other front-office duties as needed

Front desk experience or dental knowledge is preferred but not required. Customer service experience and a positive, personable attitude are important.

Dental Assistant

Our dental assistants work alongside our dentists to provide excellent care to children, teenagers, and patients with special needs. Responsibilities include:

Assisting the dentist during treatment procedures

Setting up and breaking down operatories

Taking dental radiographs (x-rays) after appropriate training

Providing patients and parents with post-treatment instructions

Educating patients on proper oral hygiene

Maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment

Performing other clinical duties as needed

No prior dental assisting experience is required. No dental assistant certification is required. We provide on-the-job training for the right candidate!

What We're Looking For

Friendly and personable

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Reliable and responsible

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Comfortable working with children and teenagers

Enjoys working with patients with special needs

Able to work well as part of a team

High school diploma or equivalent required

SchedulePay

Full-time | Monday–Thursday with half-day Fridays every other week

No nights or weekends required.

$16.50–$19.00 per hour, based on experience and how well you complement our dental team, plus daily overtime for hours worked beyond 8 hours.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

10 paid holidays after a 90-day probationary period

10 paid vacation days after one year of employment

Employee discount

Uniform and shoe allowance

Continuing education opportunities

About Dentistry for Children and Adolescents

Established in 1949, Dentistry for Children and Adolescents has proudly served Savannah and the surrounding communities for more than 70 years. Our patients and employees are the heart of our practice, and we are committed to creating a welcoming, supportive environment for the children and families we serve.

Whether you're an experienced front-office professional or someone looking to start a career in dental assisting, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and let us help you find the role that's the right fit for you.

Location: Savannah, GA

Position: Full-Time – Front Desk OR Dental Assistant

Pay: $16.50–$19.00 per hour + daily overtime

About Dentistry for Children and Adolescents

The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic organization representing over 2,300 members across diverse regional industries. With a focus on networking, advocacy, and business excellence, the Chamber hosts over 35 events annually and actively engages in legislative issues at local, state, and federal levels.