Dental Receptionist Jobs in California

A Dental Receptionist is an essential part of the dental care team, providing crucial administrative support for dental practitioners and ensuring smooth operation of the dental office. They are responsible for scheduling patient appointments, updating patient records, billing and insurance tasks, and providing excellent customer service by answering patient enquiries. Dental Receptionists also handle emergency cases by assessing the urgency and guiding patients accordingly. They may also be involved in reminding patients about their upcoming appointments and follow-ups, thus contributing significantly to the patient care aspect of the dental office.

Being the first point of contact for patients, communication skills and professionalism are key assets for a Dental Receptionist. Computer literacy and knowledge of dental software are important as well. Some dental offices may prefer a Dental Receptionist with Certified Dental Receptionist (CDR) certification, as it showcases their competency in the role. Prior experience in customer service roles like a Call Center Agent or a Front Desk Associate would be beneficial. Additionally, a Medical Secretary in other healthcare settings could transition smoothly into the role of a Dental Receptionist. It's vital that they have a comprehensive understanding of medical terminologies, as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

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Gentle Dental

Business Manager

At Gentle Dental, our Business Managers are committed to and passionate about their office. They ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In partnership with a Director of...

Dental Front Office

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Dental Front Office Coordinator - Experience Required Are you a detail oriented, friendly, organized professional with dental front office experience? Our busy private dental practice is looking...

Gentle Dental

Practice Manager

At Gentle Dental, our Practice Managers are committed to and passionate about their practice. As the leader of the team, they ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Orange, CA
  • moments ago
  • Orange, CA
  • moments ago

Be organized and possess a superior knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology....

Dental Office Manager

  • San Juan Capistrano, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Juan Capistrano, CA
  • 4 hours ago

., Dentrix Ascend) and office management tools. Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures is a must....

Dental Receptionist/ Biller/ treatment coordinator

  • Encino, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Encino, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Requirements: Greeting and Scheduling patients Phone etiquette Follow up with patients Familiar with dental terminology Familiar with Dentrix software Experienced with insurance eligibility verification...

Dental Office Administrator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Description Title: Dental Office Administrator Base Salary Range: $83,000 - $87,000 plus benefits FTE: Full-time, Exempt Seeking for a skilled and dedicated Dental Office Administrator who wants...

Dental Biller/Receptionist/Treatment Coordinator

  • North Hollywood, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • North Hollywood, CA
  • 1 day ago

Requirements: - Bilingual (Spanish/English) - Knowledge of all insurance (PPO, HMO, Medical) billing, dental terminology, insurance plans, and financing options - Proficient in OpenDent Software - General...

Front Desk Intern /Dentist / AD / RDAI / DA / RDH / Office Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

We are starting a brand new office in San Jose and looking for the following Staff members :- - Interns Studying Dentistry (Dentist / Dental Hygienist / Dental Assistants ) - Dentist / Associate...

Dental Front Office Receptionist (Bilingual)

  • Novato, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Novato, CA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Marin Community Clinics, founded in 1972, is today, a multi-clinic network with a wide array of integrated primary care, dental, behavioral, specialty and referral services. As a...

Dental Front Desk

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 2 days ago

Our fast-paced dental office in Pleasanton is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual for a front desk position. Responsibilities include greeting patients, verifying dental...

Dental Front Office Receptionist

  • Novato, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Novato, CA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Marin Community Clinics, founded in 1972, is today, a multi-clinic network with a wide array of integrated primary care, dental, behavioral, specialty and referral services. As a...

Dental Receptionist

  • Huntington Park, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntington Park, CA
  • 3 days ago

dental receptionist (huntington park) kids and adults dental care 2625 E Florence Ave compensation: $20-30/hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: dental receptionist Dental Receptionist...

Office Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Join Our Team at West Coast Dental! Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for the dental industry? West Coast Dental is seeking a talented and motivated Dental Office Business Manager to join...

Dental Operations Supervisor

  • Fresno, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 3 days ago

Primary Accountability The Dental Operations Supervisor is responsible for direct supervision of dental support staff members and daily operations of the assigned dental clinic sites. Description...

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Dental Receptionist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Dental Receptionist Course is a comprehensive program designed to give students all the practical skills they will need to become successful Dental Office Administrators. With detailed training on...
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This course will cover all aspects of the use of digital photography in dental practice: intra-oral, extra-oral, and portraits. Participants will be taken through photography, from the basics of...
General Receptionist
The Ultimate Receptionist Mastery Course The reception desk is not just a mere workstation; it's the frontline of any successful business. It's where first impressions are made, where...

Salary for Dental Receptionist Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireDental research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dental Receptionist positions.



Highest Education Level

Dental Receptionists in California offer the following education background
High School or GED
25.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.9%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
4.7%
Some College
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.5%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Receptionists in California
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%



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