Dental Receptionist Jobs in Arizona

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.

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Gentle Dental

Practice Manager

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...

Dental front office

  • Pinetop Lakeside, AZ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Pinetop Lakeside, AZ
  • 19 hours ago

Dental front office (Lakeside) Dental Designs 218 W White Mountain Blvd near Suite D compensation: DOE employment type: job title: Dental Front Office Hiring front office for Dental office in...

Part time Front Office Administrative Assistant

  • Peoria, AZ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Peoria, AZ
  • 19 hours ago

years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Must be a team player, reliable, trustworthy, and a hard-worker Leadership abilities Experience with Microsoft Office suite programs Dentrix...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Be organized and possess a superior knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology....

Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Dental Front Office Coordinator American Dental Companies Phoenix, AZ, USA 3 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Join Our Team at Carefree Dentistry as a Front Office...

Dental Director

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 3 days ago

Overview NaphCare is hiring an experienced Dental Director just like you at the Arizona Department of Corrections - Tucson located in Tucson, AZ. Join a reputable family-owned healthcare...

Dental front office

  • Pinetop Lakeside, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Pinetop Lakeside, AZ
  • 3 days ago

Hiring front office for Dental office in Lakeside. Experience preferred, but willing to train. Hours are: Monday-Wednesday 8am-5pm and Thursday 8am-1pm. Please call ... or email resume

Dental Front office

  • Mesa, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 5 days ago

general dentistry experience - Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, & computer skills - Organized & Professional with a interest in customer care - Strong work ethic, reliable, and committed - Dentrix...

Dental Director

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 5 days ago

The Dental Director is responsible for providing overall leadership, direction, and administration of the Tribal Dental Programs in Tucson and Guadalupe. The incumbent in this position has most of...

Dental Office Manager

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 6 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 6 days ago

patient care, equipment monitoring, maintenance duties and compliance Qualifications At least one year of experience as an office manager in a Dental office Experience leading a team Knowledge of dental...

Dental Director/General Dentist needed in AZ Acting as dentist and dental director (25% admin/75% clinical) Will be responsible for 2 columns Average of 9-10 patients per day 4-5 hygiene checks...

Dental Front Office Assistant

  • Queen Creek, AZ
  • 16 days ago
  • Queen Creek, AZ
  • 16 days ago

office to create a great first impression of our team Manage front office duties, including answering phones, checking office mail and email, communicating with patients and insurance companies Utilize Dentrix...

Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Sun City, AZ
  • 16 days ago
  • Sun City, AZ
  • 16 days ago

Dental Front Office Coordinator Confidential - Dental Sun City, AZ, USA 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Join Our Team as a Dental Front Office Coordinator! Are you...

Patient Coordinator

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 20 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 20 days ago

At Aspen Dental, we put You first, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program,...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Green Valley, AZ
  • 21 days ago
  • Green Valley, AZ
  • 21 days ago

At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program,...

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Salary for Dental Receptionist Jobs in Arizona

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireDental research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dental Receptionist positions.



Highest Education Level

Dental Receptionists in Arizona offer the following education background
High School or GED
25.8%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.9%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
4.7%
Some College
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.5%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Receptionists in Arizona
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%



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