Dental Assistant, Ortho Dental Assistant, Assistant Manager, Office Manager

Company: Gentle Dental

General Information
US-FL-Port St. Lucie, West Palm Beach, Boca, Ft. Lauderdale
$12.00 - $30.00 /Hour
Not Specified
Full-Time
At least 1 year(s)
Not Specified
True
False
Job Description

Northwestern Management Services/Gentle Dental Group owns and operates 22 general and multi-specialty dental practices under the well-known brand Gentle Dental as well as a central Support Center, which provides management, administrative and support services for the constituent dental offices. The dental practices are located in Dade County, Broward County, Palm Beach County and St. Lucie County, Florida and the Support Center is located in Boca Raton, Florida.

 

 

Our organization is a great place to work! We have a warm, friendly company culture and motivating core values.  Our team cares about what they do and are committed to being the best they can.  We look after our team and offer wonderful opportunities for growth and career advancement.     In addition, to excellent salaries, we offer a bonus program given our desire to pay well for excellent performance!  Our benefits include PPO health insurance, in-house discounted dental program, life insurance, short and long term disability, AFLAC, vision plan, pre-paid legal plan, 401(k), paid holidays and vacation time (PTO).  We also host fun company-wide events such as our annual Health Fair and Picnic and Winter Holiday Party!

 

We promote from within our company. Therefore, our employees have opportunities to grow.

Take a look at our current openings:

Dental Assistants-  Jupiter, Wellington, West Palm Beach, Port St. Lucie, Jensen Beach, Boca Raton

Endodontic Dental Assistant - Broward County area

Pediatric Dental Assistant- Palm Beach and Broward Counties

Team Lead-  Boynton Beach

Pediatric Dentist - Palm Beach and Broward Counties

General Dentists - St. Lucie, Martin, and Palm Beach Counties

Dental Hygienist- Jupiter

Patient Coordinator/Front Desk- Jupiter, Jensen Beach, Wellington, Pompano Beach, Cooper City

Treatment Plan Coordinators (Patient Care Advocate)- West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, BoyntonBeach


All travel/float positions receive travel reimbursement.

 

Compensation ranges for new employees are as follows:

  • Patient Coordinators/Front Desk:$12/hour to $16/hour plus bonus plan
  • Dental Assistants: $13/hour to $20/hour plus bonus plan
  • Treatment Plan Coordinator: $17 to $20/hour plus bonus plan
  • Dental Office Assistant Managers: Range $35,000 to$42,000/yearly plus assistant mgr bonus plan
  • Dental Office Managers:  Range $40,000 to $65,000/yearly plus manager bonus plan (salary based upon office size/revenues)
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  • Dental Hygienist: $25/hour to $30/hour plus hygiene bonus plan
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  • General Dentist (Employee)- Paid up to 40% of Collections w/daily draw, malpractice insurance reimbursement, health insurance.
  • Specialists- Paid up to 45% of Collections, health insurance available.
            
     
  •   Salaries are commensurate with experience and performance. 

     

    Job Requirements

    Specific Requirements for Front Desk/Receptionists:

    ONLY APPLICANTS WITH DENTAL OFFICE EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED. Must be able to efficiently perform (multi-tasking) all usual dental front desk functions in a busy office (including answering phones, scheduling, appointment confirmation, posting treatment and payments, working with insurance and submitting e-claims, filing, handling patient issues, etc.), adhere to office protocol, policies and procedures, master dental insurance plans, and most importantly be a team player doing "whatever is necessary" and having a "can do" attitude!


    Specific Requirements for Dental Assistants and Treatment Plan Coordinators:

     Must be able to professionally assist dentists chairside as directed in a fast-paced environment, follow sterilization, charting, office protocol and other policies and procedures, proficiently make temporary crowns / bridges, pack cord, learn insurance plans, enter treatment plans in computer system, effectively present cases to patients, greet patients and be a "team player" doing whatever is necessary to get the job done!  PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AS YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus for all candidates but not required.  Background checks and references are conducted on all applicants.

     

    In addition, Orthodontic Treatment Plan Coordinators must have experience in tracking patient consultations, new patient starts, new patient bandings and tracking schedules of dental assistants.

    Specific Job Requirements for Office Managers / Assistant Managers:

    The successful applicant will have a MINIMUM OF TWO (2) YEARS EXPERIENCE in managing a busy dental office, have extensive experience with and knowledge of dental insurance plans (including indemnity, PPO and preferably DMO plans), be able to multi-task effectively, demonstrate strong leadership and team-building skills, be able to effectively implement directives, policies and procedures necessary for the efficient operation of the office and achieve performance goals, and be a very strong "people person" with the ability to effectively coach and resolve staff and patient issues and "make people happy!! PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AS YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus for all candidates but not required.  Background checks and references are conducted on all applicants.



    Specific Requirements for Dental Hygienist:

    The successful applicant will have a MINIMUM OF TWO (2) YEARS EXPERIENCE working in a

     in a fast-paced environment regularly communicating with dentists and front desk staff. Must be experienced in performing all duties as it relates to preserving teeth and preventing the spread of oral disease in addition to being a strong "people person". Associates degree or equivalent from 2 year or technical school and Florida Dental Hygiene License is required. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AS YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus for all candidates but not required.  Background checks and references are conducted on all applicants.


    Specific Requirements for General Dentists and Specialists:
    The successful applicant will have a MINIMUM OF TWO (2) YEARS EXPERIENCE, have knowledge of PPO and HMO insurance plans and hold a Active/Clear Florida Dental License. Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus for all candidates but not required. Background checks and references are conducted on all applicants.

    Requirements for all Positions:
    Unless otherwise specified, at least ONE YEAR OF EXPERIENCE for the specific position is REQUIRED. Bilingual (English / Spanish) is a strong plus!

    Experience with Dentrix Software is a strong plus

    ALL JOBS LISTED, INCLUDING RECEPTIONIST / FRONT DESK,  REQUIRE DENTAL OFFICE EXPERIENCE. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THAT EXPERIENCE AS YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

     

    Background checks are conducted on all applicants.

     

    Please fax your resume to 561-526-2576; or apply directly through CareerBuilder. 

     

     

    Northwestern Management Services/Gentle Dental is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by federal or state law.