Dental Receptionist Excellence Dental Network

LLC - 4.0

East Hartford, CT Job Details Full-time $20 - $24 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Customer communication Dental receptionist Dental insurance Insurance issue resolution Experience working with children

Full Job Description Benefits:

401(k) Company parties Competitive salary Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Profit sharing Training & development Job Summary We are seeking a Full-Time Dental Insurance Coordinator to join our front-office team. This role is ideal for someone who is confident with insurance verification, excellent with patient communication, and skilled at keeping a dental office schedule running smoothly. This is not a billing/claims position. We have a full billing team and a patient accounts specialist. Your focus will be front-office insurance accuracy and schedule optimization . Key Responsibilities Verify insurance eligibility and benefits with accuracy (Dentrix Ascend) Greet and check in/out patients with a warm, positive attitude Calculate copays confidently and clearly for parents Ensure the schedule stays optimized, filled, and flowing smoothly Communicate with parents about coverage, authorizations, and treatment timing Coordinate with clinical staff to avoid delays Support a fast-paced dental environment with professionalism and empathy Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Careers Advancement Requirements Prior experience in a dental front office role (insurance knowledge required) Strong understanding of dental insurance breakdowns Ability to recognize insurance discrepancies and resolve them Proficiency with Dentrix Ascend or willingness to learn quickly Excellent communication and customer service skills Organized, reliable, and proactive Enjoys working with children and families