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Searcy Dental Associate
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant for Dental Office
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$41,529 / year median in Arkansas
+33% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview Our office is seeking a friendly Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our busy dental office team. This vital role combines front desk responsibilities with administrative support, ensuring smooth daily operations and exceptional patient service. The ideal candidate would be energetic, detail-oriented, and possess strong computer skills, with a passion for creating a welcoming environment for patients and staff alike. Your efforts will directly contribute to delivering high-quality dental care and maintaining efficient office workflows. Duties Greet patients warmly upon arrival, ensuring a positive first impression and providing excellent customer service. Manage multi-line phone systems, answer inquiries, schedule appointments, and handle patient check-ins and check-outs with professionalism. Maintain accurate patient records using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems such as Epic, Meditech, or eClinicalWorks, ensuring compliance with HIPAA confidentiality policies. Verify insurance coverage, process medical billing and collections, including Medicare and health insurance claims, utilizing knowledge of medical coding such as