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Lynn Family Dentistry
Dental 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 Receptionist•Milltown, NJ | Established Family Dental Practice Lynn Family Dentistry, a long-standing general dental practice serving Milltown, East Brunswick, North Brunswick, and the surrounding Middlesex County area, is seeking an experienced Dental Receptionist to join our front office team. Founded in 1956, our practice has earned a reputation for personalized, relationship-driven care across three generations of patients. About the Role The Dental Receptionist is the first point of contact for every patient who calls or walks into our office. This role is central to the practice's daily operations by managing the schedule, coordinating insurance, supporting the clinical team, and ensuring every patient feels welcome and informed. Key Responsibilities Greet patients in person and manage all inbound phone calls professionally Schedule, confirm, and reschedule patient appointments using Dentrix Ascend Verify insurance benefits, submit, and follow up on claims Process patient payments, post insurance receipts, and reconcile daily ledgers Maintain accurate patient records and electronic documentation in Dentrix Ascend Coordinate with dental supply vendors and manage front office inventory Support general office operations: filing, scanning, mail, and correspondence Required Qualifications Minimum 2 years experience in a medical or healthcare office setting Strong communication skills, in person and by phone High level of organization, time management, and multitasking ability Familiarity with HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements High school diploma or equivalent Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in a dental practice Working knowledge of Dentrix Ascend or comparable dental practice management software Dental insurance verification and claims experience Familiarity with CDT coding and dental billing workflows Compensation $18•20 per hour, based on experience Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, and employee dental discount Schedule