We are seeking a highly organized, experienced Dental Front Office Receptionist to join our small, patient centered, single doctor private practice. The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years of experience handling dental insurance claims and be confident managing the financial and administrative side of a busy dental office.
This position is critical to ensuring smooth daily operations and delivering an exceptional patient experience from the first phone call to final payment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Greet and check in patients in a professional and friendly manner
- Schedule and confirm appointments efficiently
- Verify dental insurance benefits and eligibility before patient arrives
- Submit, track, and follow up on dental insurance claims
- Post insurance payments and patient payments accurately
- Present treatment plans and discuss financial arrangements
- Manage accounts receivable and outstanding claims
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Answer phones and respond to patient inquiries in a timely manner
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of dental front office experience required
- Strong knowledge of dental insurance plans, PPOs and claim processing
- Experience with claim submission, follow-ups, and resolving denials
- Proficiency in dental practice management software (Softdent/Carestream preferred)
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Supportive and professional team environment
- Paid time off
- Pension plan
- Paid vacation
We are looking for someone dependable, detail-oriented, and confident in managing insurance and patient financial accounts. If you take pride in keeping the front office running smoothly, we would love to meet you.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour based on experience