Dental Receptionist

Dental Receptionist Confidential Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $20 - $24 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Dental office experience Full Job Description Pediatric Dental Receptionist / Patient Coordinator Job Description Are you a warm, welcoming person who loves making children smile? Our vibrant pediatric dental practice is looking for a Pediatric Dental Receptionist to join our team and be the first friendly face our young patients and their parents see!

Going to the dentist can be scary for little ones, and your mission will be to make every child feel safe, excited, and welcome from the moment they walk through our door. If you have a positive attitude, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love working with families, we would love to meet you!

Responsibilities First Impressions:

Warmly greet children and parents, creating a fun, high-energy, and stress-free check-in experience.

Scheduling:

Schedule and confirm appointments, managing the unique flow and pacing of a pediatric daily schedule.

Parent Communication:

Answer phone calls, reply to emails, and clearly explain next steps or appointment policies to parents.

Check-In & Check-Out:

Verify insurance eligibility, collect copays, and update electronic patient charts accurately.

Office Vibe:

Keep the reception area tidy, organized, and kid-friendly (monitoring the prize box, toys, and iPad stations).

Team Collaboration:

Communicate closely with pediatric dental assistants and doctors to ensure smooth daily transitions.

Qualifications & Skills Experience:

1+ years of medical/dental front desk experience OR strong customer service experience working with children/families (daycare, teaching, hospitality).

Personality:

Exceptionally patient, enthusiastic, and genuinely fond of working with children.

Tech-Savvy:

Comfortable learning electronic health record software (experience with Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Open Dental is a huge plus).

Multi-Tasking:

Ability to handle a busy phone line while keeping a smile on your face and managing in-office traffic.

Reliability:

Punctual and dependable, ensuring the front desk is always open and ready for morning appointments. Benefits & Perks Competitive hourly pay (commensurate with experience) Discounted dental care for you and your immediate family members Health insurance and paid time off (PTO) Retirement A fun, rewarding workspace filled with smiles, theme days, and prizes

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Paid time off

Experience:

Dental Receptionist:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person