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Moskowitz and Penner Dental Arts
Dental Administrator/Receptionist
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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.
$44,570 / year median in New Jersey
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Dental Front Desk Administrator / Patient Coordinator Full-Time | Matawan, NJ | $23-$30/hour + full benefits About Us We're a well-established dental practice that has proudly served the Central Jersey area for 45 years. Our two-doctor, six-operatory office combines that long history with fully modern technology (Dentrix, digital imaging) and a close-knit, supportive team. We're looking for a front desk administrator to help create a warm, welcoming experience for every patient who walks through our doors. What You'll Do You'll work side-by-side with our other front desk administrator as a key part of the patient experience — answering phones, greeting patients, and keeping the day running smoothly. Answer phones, schedule appointments, and manage recall Greet and check patients in and out as a friendly first point of contact Verify insurance benefits and assist with claims Collect patient payments and help present treatment plans Support the doctors, hygienists, and fellow administrator to keep the office flowing What We're Looking For The right person matters more to us than the perfect resume. Dental or medical office experience is preferred, but we will happily train someone with the right attitude and strong customer service instincts. Genuinely positive, team-first attitude — our office culture matters to us as much as skills Strong work ethic — a self-starter who stays busy, takes initiative, and takes pride in a job well done Organized, detail-oriented, and accountable — you follow through on your work Warm, professional communication with patients in person and on the phone Comfortable with computers; Dentrix experience is a plus Schedule Full-time, Monday-Friday (office closed Wednesdays) Just 1-2 Saturdays per month, short 4-hour mornings What We Offer $23-$30 per hour, based on experience Full benefits: health insurance, 401(k), and paid vacation A stable, respectful workplace with long-tenured team members How to Apply Please submit your resume with a brief note telling us why you'd be a great fit for our team. We look forward to meeting you!