About Us: Dental Speciality Clinic is a reputable and patient-focused dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional oral healthcare. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and professional environment for our patients and staff. We are seeking a friendly, organized, and efficient Dental Receptionist to join our team.
Job Summary: The Dental Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for patients, ensuring a positive experience from the moment they enter our office. This role involves managing front desk operations, handling patient inquiries, scheduling appointments, and maintaining accurate patient records. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Our work schedule is 4 days per week and your hours are going to be from 8:30 to 5:30 with slight variation at times. The candidate has the flexibility to work either 4 days or 5 days.
Key Responsibilities:
- Greet and welcome patients as they arrive at the office
- Answer and direct phone calls in a polite and professional manner
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments
- Verify patient information and update records accurately
- Manage patient check-in and check-out processes
- Insurance verification
- Handling Referrals Collect payments and issue receipts
- Maintain a clean and organized reception area
- Respond to patient inquiries and provide information on dental services
- Coordinate with dental staff to ensure smooth patient flow
- Assist with administrative tasks as needed
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification in office administration or related field is a plus
- Previous experience as a receptionist or in a similar role, preferably in a dental or medical setting
- Proficiency in using dental practice management software, Dentrix and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
- Friendly and professional demeanor
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for learning dental assisting operations
- Positive and supportive work environment
Dental Speciality Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our dedication to providing outstanding patient care!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.37 - $24.54 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Healthcare setting:
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Des Moines, WA 98198 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Des Moines, WA 98198: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person