Dental Receptionist

Dental Receptionist Garland, TX Job Details Full-time $16 - $18 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Paid time off On-the-job training Employee discount Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Computer operation Spanish Document review (document control) Microsoft Excel Medical collection Insurance prior authorization Achieving HIPAA compliance Phone communication Dental receptionist Intake Medical coding Maintaining patient confidentiality Medical office experience Greeting customers HIPAA Filing English Clinic experience Medical scheduling Administrative experience Medical administrative support Dental terminology Clinical documentation Data entry Organizational skills Multi-line phone systems Patient interaction Typing Productivity software 10 key typing Managing patient records Communication skills Open Dental Entry level Client interaction via phone calls Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a highly organized and professional Dental Receptionist to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate will serve as the first point of contact for patients, manage appointment scheduling, handle insurance verification, and support the administrative functions of the clinic. This role requires excellent communication skills, familiarity with dental and medical terminology, and proficiency in various electronic health record (EHR) and practice management systems. Experience in a dental office environment is preferred to ensure seamless patient service and efficient office operations. Spanish is a strong plus. Duties Greet patients warmly and provide exceptional front desk customer service Schedule, confirm, and modify patient appointments using dental practice management software such as Open Dental Verify insurance coverage and benefits, including PPO and Medicaid, ensuring accurate billing and coding Collect payments, process medical collections, and handle billing inquiries Manage patient records in EHR systems like Open Dental Review documentation for accuracy and completeness in compliance with HIPAA regulations Perform insurance verification and pre-authorizations for dental procedures Assist with patient intake processes, including data entry and updating medical histories Maintain accurate documentation review for procedures using CPT coding Answer multi-line phone systems with professional phone etiquette and manage appointment reminders Support office management tasks such as filing, data entry (including 10 key typing), and maintaining organized medical records Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure smooth clinic operations and effective care plans Qualifications Prior experience as a Dental Receptionist or in a medical office setting is highly preferred; clinic or dental office experience is a plus Proficiency with dental software such as Open Dental Strong knowledge of dental terminology, insurance verification processes, and health information management standards (HIPAA compliance) Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), typing (10 key), and familiarity with office management systems Exceptional customer service skills with professional phone etiquette and clear communication abilities Bilingual abilities are required Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail Strong organizational skills with the ability to review documentation accurately and support medical administrative functions This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment dedicated to providing quality patient care while utilizing your administrative expertise. Employees enjoy a benefits package that includes paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and additional perks.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount On-the-job training Paid time off Application Question(s): Ability to work

Weekdays and Weekend Experience:

Dental receptionist: 1 year (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Required) English (Required)

Work Location:

In person