Job Description
Job Description
Benefits :
- Performance Based Incentives
- Company Paid Holidays
- 40 hours paid sick days annually
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
The Dental Office Receptionist oversees appointment scheduling, manages patient communications, verifies insurance, collects payments, and supports clinical staff by maintaining an optimized daily schedule. This position is vital to patient satisfaction and the overall productivity of the practice. The receptionist is the face of the officeanswering phones, greeting patients, updating records, and being the first and last point of contact during each visit.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required2+ years of experience working at a dental front deskKnowledge and experience with dental treatment plans, PPO & Medical insurance requirementsStrong background in customer serviceInsurance verification (full PPO breakdown and ability to give accurate insurance estimates, medical authorizations & preauthorizations)Ability to multitask front office duties including answering phones, scheduling, check-in / out, and verificationStrong communication skills to present and explain treatment plans and financial options to patientsExperience with Dental Software (Open Dental and Practice by Numbers)Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminologyBilingual (Either Spanish / Armenian)Job Responsibilities
Greet all patients warmly and professionally; update patient information and insurance data as neededAnswer all incoming calls as the first responder; direct calls or take accurate messages as appropriateRegister new patients, explain office policies, and provide necessary forms (welcome letter, information sheets, etc.)Schedule, confirm, and follow up on all patient appointments; maintain productive and efficient schedules for doctors and hygienistsReview and prepare patient records for daily appointments, including noting outstanding treatment needsEnsure lab cases are received before scheduled appointmentsCheck voicemails before the morning huddle; update the team on changesMonitor and manage the daily schedule to reduce gaps or delays in patient flowMaintain a short-call list and fill last-minute cancellations promptlyCall any patients who are late and inform clinical staff accordinglyDetermine and communicate any continuing care needs before patients leaveNote chronic cancellations or no-shows in patient records to aid in future scheduling decisionsPresent treatment plans to patients and make financial arrangements when neededConfirm patient appointments 48 hours in advance via phone, text, or emailCheck patient balances and collect co-pays and fees at time of serviceVerify insurance benefits for all new patients and update existing patients insurance recordsText or email welcome packages to all new patients before their first visitKeep patients informed about delays or waiting timesMaintain a clean and organized reception and file areaComply with all HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control standardsSupport community outreach efforts, such as local events, sponsorships, or health fairsTrack marketing responses from campaigns and report results to managementPost or coordinate social media updates in line with office guidelinesThe absence of specific duties in this description does not exclude them from the role if they are similar, related, or logically associated with the position. Additional responsibilities may be assigned or requested by management or executive leadership as needed.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law