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Los Alamitos, CA 90720

Dental Receptionist Full-Time, (1 yr Exp)

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What they do

A Medical Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, insurance and billing processes and medical records management. Works with physicians and other clinicians. May gather intake information from patients scheduled for appointments at an office.

$47,290 / year median in California

+10% projected growth

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Dental Receptionist•Full-Time, (1 yr Exp) Los Alamitos, CA 90720 Los Alamitos, CA Job Details Full-time $23•$28 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Interpersonal skills Dental receptionist Medical scheduling High school diploma or GED Attention to detail Organizational skills Full Job Description Dental Receptionist•
Full-Time Location:
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Job Type:
Full-Time Pay:
$23•28 per hour, depending on experience We are seeking an experienced Dental Receptionist to join our team in Los Alamitos! We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and organized professional who enjoys working with patients and can confidently manage the day-to-day responsibilities of a busy dental front office. Dental office experience is required. Dentrix experience is a plus. Responsibilities Welcome patients in a warm, professional, and friendly manner Manage patient check-in and check-out Answer phones and respond to patient questions with excellent customer service Schedule, reschedule, and confirm patient appointments Maintain an organized and productive appointment schedule Verify dental insurance eligibility and benefits Review treatment plans and discuss financial arrangements with patients Collect patient payments and assist with account balances Submit and follow up on dental insurance claims Maintain accurate patient records and documentation Coordinate closely with the clinical team to ensure smooth patient flow Communicate treatment and scheduling information clearly to patients Handle general front-office administrative duties Maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines Help create a welcoming, positive experience for every patient Qualifications Minimum 1 year of dental front-office/reception experience required Experience with Dentrix preferred Strong knowledge of dental terminology and office procedures Experience with dental insurance, eligibility, and claims Excellent communication and customer service skills Professional, friendly, and positive attitude Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to multitask and remain calm in a busy office environment Reliable, punctual, and dependable Comfortable working independently while also being a strong team player High school diploma or equivalent What We're Looking For Our ideal candidate is someone who is confident in the dental front office, genuinely enjoys helping patients, and takes pride in keeping the office organized and running smoothly. We are looking for someone who can step into the role with minimal training and become a dependable member of our team. If you have dental front-office experience, strong insurance knowledge, and a positive, patient-focused attitude, we'd love to hear from you!
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$23.00•28.00 per hour, based on experience
Work Location:
In person•Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Pay:
$23.00•$28.00 per hour
Experience:
Dental receptionist: 1 year (Required)
Work Location:
In person