Dental Assistant/Receptionist

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized and friendly Dental Receptionist to join our team. The Dental Receptionist will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service to patients, managing phone systems, scheduling appointments, and assisting with administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a medical or dental office setting and possess excellent communication skills.

Duties:
- Greet and check-in patients upon arrival, ensuring a positive and welcoming experience
- Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries in a professional and timely manner
- Schedule patient appointments using electronic scheduling systems in Open Dental or similar dental management software.
- Verify patient insurance information and assist with billing inquiries
- Maintain patient records and ensure accuracy of information
- Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and correspondence
- Collaborate with dental staff to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient operations
- Follow HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality

Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Dental Receptionist or Medical Receptionist preferred
- Proficient in using phone systems and handling multiple phone lines
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
- Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures is a plus
- Familiarity with electronic scheduling systems such as Open Dental, or eClinicalWorks is preferred
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Join our team as a Dental Receptionist and contribute to providing exceptional dental care to our patients. Apply today!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 45 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

Healthcare setting:

• Dental office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Huntington Park, CA 90255: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person