Dental Receptionist Jobs
A Dental Receptionist is an essential part of the dental care team, providing crucial administrative support for dental practitioners and ensuring smooth operation of the dental office. They are responsible for scheduling patient appointments, updating patient records, billing and insurance tasks, and providing excellent customer service by answering patient enquiries. Dental Receptionists also handle emergency cases by assessing the urgency and guiding patients accordingly. They may also be involved in reminding patients about their upcoming appointments and follow-ups, thus contributing significantly to the patient care aspect of the dental office.
Being the first point of contact for patients, communication skills and professionalism are key assets for a Dental Receptionist. Computer literacy and knowledge of dental software are important as well. Some dental offices may prefer a Dental Receptionist with Certified Dental Receptionist (CDR) certification, as it showcases their competency in the role. Prior experience in customer service roles like a Call Center Agent or a Front Desk Associate would be beneficial. Additionally, a Medical Secretary in other healthcare settings could transition smoothly into the role of a Dental Receptionist. It's vital that they have a comprehensive understanding of medical terminologies, as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Dental Front Office / Manager Dental Front Office / Manager
- Pacific NW Smiles
- Bothell, WA
- 21 hours ago
- Pacific NW Smiles
- Bothell, WA
- 21 hours ago
We are looking for an experienced, driven, self-motivated professional Front Office Coordinator Team Member to join our practice. We have been established since 2004 in the Mill Creek Town Center....
- Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
- Crestview, FL
- 21 hours ago
- Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
- Crestview, FL
- 21 hours ago
Req: 2369 A supportive team, patient-first mentality, and an industry-leading benefits package are what you will enjoy as a member of our team. Are these missing in your career? Let's connect to...
- Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
- Florence, OR
- 21 hours ago
- Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
- Florence, OR
- 21 hours ago
Req: 2483 A supportive team, patient-first mentality, and an industry-leading benefits package are what you will enjoy as a member of our team. Are these missing in your career? Let's connect to...
Sage Dental is the leading Dental Support Organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and we are continuing to grow! At Sage, people are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for dynamic and...
At Gentle Dental, our Practice Managers are committed to and passionate about their practice. As the leader of the team, they ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In...
About Us: The Family Dental Boutique, PA is a small boutique dental practice located in the gateway area of St. Petersburg, FL. The office strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment...
terminology Moderate to advanced computer knowledge Download PDF and JPEG files Ability to handle heavy work flow Ability to multitask Nice to Have Skills: Experience with WinOMS program Salary and...
At Gentle Dental, our Business Managers are committed to and passionate about their office. They ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In partnership with a Director of...
- Alpha Dental Care
- Saint Louis, MO
- 4 days ago
- Alpha Dental Care
- Saint Louis, MO
- 4 days ago
payments and insurance claims Take care of insurance verification and billing Assist with treatment planning and X-rays Provide amazing patient care and support Skills You Need: Know your way around Dentrix...
Office Manager Sleep and TMJ / TMD Office
- Sleep and TMJ Therapy
- Falls Church, VA
- 5 days ago
- Sleep and TMJ Therapy
- Falls Church, VA
- 5 days ago
Dentrix and/or Dental Write knowledge preferred. Are passionate about learning, improving systems, and helping people thrive, patients and team alike....
- Great Expressions Dental Centers
- West Long Branch, NJ
- 5 days ago
- Great Expressions Dental Centers
- West Long Branch, NJ
- 5 days ago
What you'll do Are you an experienced Dental Operations Manager ready to make a significant impact? Great Expressions Dental Centers is seeking a highly skilled and seasoned professional to join...
We are a well established Endodontic Specialty Office. We are looking for a receptionist. The candidate should be able to schedule patients, verify insurances and take payments. We are looking for...
- Dr. Fidel Abreu DDS
- Freeport, NY
- 7 days ago
- Dr. Fidel Abreu DDS
- Freeport, NY
- 7 days ago
NOW HIRING: Full-Time Dental Office Manager – Freeport, Long Island Join our modern, high-tech dental practice in Freeport, NY, as a Full-Time Office Manager and become a key part of a growing,...
- SmileDesign Dental
- Duluth, GA
- 7 days ago
- SmileDesign Dental
- Duluth, GA
- 7 days ago
Join Our Friendly and Growing Dental Team! We are a well-established, privately-owned general dental practice located in the Duluth area. With over 20 years of providing exceptional dental care to...
Dental Front Office Coordinator Full - Time, No Fridays
- Dallas Esthetics
- Dallas, TX
- 7 days ago
- Dallas Esthetics
- Dallas, TX
- 7 days ago
team members to ensure efficient patient flow Traits & attributes we’re looking for:- Proficiency in office administration tasks, including scheduling, data entry, and record keeping- Knowledge of dental...
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- New Employee Orientation
- Dental Implants
- Dentrix
- Dentures
- Oral Surgery
- Dental Terminology
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Patterson EagleSoft
- CS SoftDent
- Denticon
- Orthodontics
- Dentrix Ascend
- Financial Arrangements
- Open Dental
- Treatment Plan Presentation
- Business Leadership
- Dental Billing
- Credit Card Processing
- Patient Scheduling
- Practice Management
- Treatment Planning
- Front Office
- Insurance Billing
- Patient Satisfaction
- Insurance Claims
- Payment Processing
- Insurance Verification
- Patient Care
- File Management
- Ethical
- Scheduling Appointments
- Claims
- Accounts Receivable
- HIPAA
- Reception
- Collections
- Inbound/Outbound Calling
- General Office Duties
- Administrative Skills
- Billing
- High School Diploma
- Friendliness
- Telephone Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Collaboration
- Filing
- Spanish
- Regulations
- Team Building
- Policy Development
- Bilingual
- Time Management
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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