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Wright City Dental
Dental Front Office Assistant
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What they do
A Front Office Assistant greets people in an office, handles calls, and provides administrative assistance for the office. Organizes files and assists with record keeping and data base management. Manages office mail, email and text correspondence. Greets visitors, clients, patients or vendors who come to an office. Answers phone calls and directs inquiries to other staff.
$36,806 / year median in Missouri
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview We are seeking a highly organized and professional Dental Front Office Assistant to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate will serve as the first point of contact for patients, providing exceptional customer service while managing administrative tasks efficiently. This role requires familiarity with dental and medical office procedures, EMR systems, and strong communication skills to ensure smooth clinic operations and patient satisfaction. Duties Greet patients warmly and manage patient check-in and check-out processes using dental software such as Eaglesoft Verify insurance coverage, perform insurance verification, and handle billing and collections using medical billing systems Schedule appointments accurately utilizing dental scheduling software and multi-line phone systems Maintain accurate patient records, update medical histories, and review documentation for completeness and compliance with HIPAA regulations Assist with intake procedures, including collecting patient information and explaining treatment plans Process payments, co-pays, and perform medical collection activities as needed Manage correspondence, including phone etiquette, filing, and data entry with proficiency in Microsoft Office and typing skills Support office management tasks such as filing medical records, maintaining office supplies, and ensuring a clean front desk environment Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure proper documentation review and adherence to coding standards like