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Front Desk Receptionist – Dental Clinic

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $16.50
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule

Job Description

Our dental clinic is a renowned healthcare establishment dedicated to providing exceptional dental care services to our local community. We pride ourselves on offering a welcoming environment where patient comfort and high-quality care are paramount. Our team is comprised of accomplished dental professionals who are committed to advancing oral health through comprehensive treatment options, preventative care, and patient education. We utilize state-of-the-art dental technology and maintain a strong focus on continuous improvement to ensure that every patient’s visit is efficient, comfortable, and productive. As a respected clinic in a competitive healthcare market, we emphasize a personalized approach that fosters trust and long-term relationships with our patients.

We are currently seeking a professional and customer-focused Front Desk Receptionist to join our dynamic team. This full-time position plays a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the clinic by acting as the first point of contact for patients and visitors. The ideal candidate will be responsible for greeting and assisting patients upon arrival, scheduling appointments, and verifying insurance coverage to streamline patient intake processes. This role requires exceptional organizational skills to maintain smooth patient flow in the waiting area and manage multiple administrative tasks efficiently. In addition, the Front Desk Receptionist will handle incoming calls, direct inquiries appropriately, and process payments promptly using our Practice Management System.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced clinical environment where attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented and committed to delivering excellent patient care, embodying the values of empathy and professionalism. Prior experience in a dental clinic or familiarity with electronic medical or dental record systems such as Dentrix is preferred. Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are a plus, enabling enhanced communication with a diverse patient population.

This role not only supports patient-facing activities but also provides administrative support to clinical staff, ensuring the entire practice runs smoothly. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate patient sign-in logs, balancing daily receipts, and managing correspondence and reports. Overall, the Front Desk Receptionist is vital to the clinic's mission of providing quality, accessible dental care through effective patient engagement and operational excellence.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of dental clinic experience preferred
  • 1 year of Dentrix experience preferred

Job Qualifications

  • Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus
  • strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills
  • ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
  • basic computer proficiency
  • familiarity with electronic medical/dental record systems preferred

Job Duties

  • Greet and check in patients and visitors, issuing appropriate identification when required
  • maintain smooth patient flow in the waiting area
  • schedule, confirm, and manage appointments for dental and other clinic services
  • answer and direct incoming calls, take accurate messages, and respond to inquiries
  • verify insurance coverage prior to appointments or walk-in visits
  • collect and post co-pays, patient charges, and other payments into the Practice Management System
  • maintain accurate patient sign-in logs and balance daily receipts
  • prepare and distribute correspondence, memos, reports, mail, and messages
  • provide administrative support to front desk and clinical staff to ensure quality patient care
  • perform other related duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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