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Private Dental Office
Dental Front Office / RDA
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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
Job Description
Dental Front Office / RDA Private Dental Office Los Angeles, CA Job Details Part-time $19 - $28 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Paid sick time Qualifications Dental assisting Finance Dental receptionist In-person customer service X-Ray Certification Dental terminology Registered Dental Assistant Dental x-ray Dental Procedures and Nomenclature (CDT) Patient education Open Dental Dental care patient education Full Job Description We are a modern private dental practice seeking an experienced Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) who is also strong and experienced in the front office . This is a primarily front-office position , but being fully cross-trained is an important part of the role. We are a small, collaborative team, and we want someone who is comfortable owning the front desk day-to-day while also being able to confidently step into the back office and assist when needed. Primary Role — Front Office Your day-to-day responsibilities will primarily include: Answering phones and communicating with patients Scheduling and confirming appointments Managing the schedule and keeping the day running efficiently Checking patients in and out Treatment plan presentation and financial discussions Collecting payments Dental insurance verification and benefit breakdowns Following up on unscheduled treatment Helping fill cancellations and openings in the schedule Coordinating patient care between the doctor and clinical team Providing an excellent patient experience from the first phone call through checkout Cross-Trained Clinical Responsibilities Because this position requires an active California RDA license , you should also be comfortable stepping into the clinical role when needed, including: Chairside assisting Taking digital radiographs Setting up and breaking down operatories Sterilization and infection-control protocols Taking impressions/scans when appropriate Assisting with general and cosmetic dental procedures Supporting clinical patient flow when the back office needs additional help You will not normally be expected to split your day 50/50 between front and back. Your primary position is front office. However, we are specifically looking for someone who has the clinical skills and flexibility to step into the back office when another team member is absent or additional support is needed.