Dental Assistant / Receptionist

Why This Role Matters
The Dental Assistant / Receptionist plays an important role in ensuring smooth operations within a dental clinic by supporting both clinical and administrative tasks. By assisting the dentist during procedures, maintaining sterilization protocols, and managing patient appointments, this role helps deliver efficient patient care and maintain a professional clinic environment. The position also strengthens patient experience through effective communication and organized front-desk management.

Job Description
Ortus Dentistry is hiring a Dental Assistant / Receptionist for a full-time position in Kalapatti, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The role involves assisting dentists during clinical procedures, preparing treatment areas, managing appointments, and handling front-desk responsibilities to ensure a seamless patient experience.

Key Features of the Role
• Position: Dental Assistant / Receptionist
• Company: Ortus Dentistry
• Location: Kalapatti, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Workplace Type: On-site
• Experience: Prior experience preferred (Freshers can apply)
• Salary Range: ₹10,000 – ₹12,000 per month

Responsibilities
• Assist the dentist during dental examinations and procedures
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and treatment areas
• Maintain infection control and clinic cleanliness standards
• Support patients before and after dental treatments
• Manage dental materials and maintain stock inventory
• Greet patients and attend to them politely at the reception
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments
• Maintain patient records and manage billing details
• Answer phone calls and respond to patient inquiries
• Maintain the daily appointment register and clinic documentation

Required Qualification
• Minimum educational qualification as per clinic requirements
• Basic knowledge of dental assisting and clinic procedures preferred

Important Requirements
• Prior experience in a dental clinic preferred, but freshers can apply
• Basic knowledge of dental instruments and dental procedures
• Good communication skills in Tamil and English
• Neat appearance and professional behavior
• Basic computer knowledge for managing records and appointments

Employment Options
• Full-time role

What We Offer
• Opportunity to work in a professional dental clinic environment
• Hands-on exposure to dental assisting and patient management
• Supportive work environment with experienced dental professionals
• Opportunity to develop clinical and administrative skills in dentistry

Experience and Skills
• Dental assisting and chairside support
• Sterilization and infection control protocols
• Patient handling and support before and after treatment
• Appointment scheduling and front desk coordination
• Patient record management and billing support
• Communication and customer service in healthcare settings
• Multitasking and time management skills

Salary Insights
• Salary Range: ₹10,000 – ₹12,000 per month

Company Overview
Ortus Dentistry is a dental clinic located in Kalapatti, Coimbatore, focused on delivering quality dental care and maintaining high standards in patient service and clinical procedures. The clinic emphasizes patient comfort, organized clinical operations, and professional dental care.

FAQs

1. What experience is required for this role?
   Prior experience in a dental clinic is preferred, but freshers are also encouraged to apply.

2. What are the main responsibilities of the dental assistant?
   The role includes assisting the dentist during procedures, sterilizing instruments, managing appointments, and handling front desk duties.

3. What languages are required for this job?
   Candidates should be able to communicate in Tamil and English.

4. What salary is offered for this role?
   The salary ranges from ₹10,000 to ₹12,000 per month.

Application Tips
• Highlight any experience in dental assisting or clinic work
• Mention communication skills in Tamil and English
• Include basic computer skills and appointment handling experience
• Emphasize time management and multitasking abilities
• Mention any exposure to dental instruments or sterilization procedures