Dental Receptionist Jobs in Washington, DC

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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Dental Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Saint Charles, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Charles, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

years of experience in a dental or medical setting Preferred Experience 2+ years of experience in a dental or medical setting 2+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Dentrix...

Patient Coordinator

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Patient Coordinator Location: DC, Georgia Ave Pay Range: $17.50-$21.50 Reports to: Operations Manager or Assistant Operations Manager Status: Non-Exempt Company Overview Hero...

Dental Front Desk Representative

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Under the supervision of the Dental Front Desk Lead, serves patients by greeting and helping them with their appointment needs; maintaining records and accounts. Promoting...

Dental Office Front Desk- Reston VA

  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Dentrix experience is required. Thanks, Dr Ali...

Front Desk/Office Manager

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

2+ years of experience in dental or medical front desk/office management Strong organizational and communication skills Knowledge of dental insurance and billing Familiarity with dental software (Dentrix...

Front Desk Coordinator I

  • Berwyn Heights, MD (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Berwyn Heights, MD (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for a career that makes you smile? We're seeking a Front Desk Coordinator I to join our growing team. How you'll make us better: Greets and receives customers, determines nature of visit,...

Office Manager

  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Office Manager-Dental Office-Falls Church, VA Pine Dentistry and Braces-Falls Church Location Full Time:5 day work week-Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 9am-6pm Competitive Pay Comprehensive...

Dental Front Desk

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago

un Dental Front Desk (Rockville) General Dentist compensation: Based on experience. employment type: job title: Dental Front Desk Dental Front Desk Looking for someone with a great personality and...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 9 days ago

terminology Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in a dental or medical office setting...

Front Desk Coordinator

  • Woodbridge, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 12 days ago

Join Our Team as a Front Desk Coordinator! Do you love working with kids and teens? Are you passionate about making dental visits fun and stress-free? If so, we want YOU to be part of our team at...

Patient Service Representative

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 12 days ago

Overview Dental One Associates is looking for a Patient Service Representative in Columbia, Maryland, to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Chevy Chase, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 24 days ago

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

Sales, Territory Business Manager- Oral Health (Columbia, South Carolina)

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

Philips Sales, Territory Business Manager- Oral Health (Columbia, South Carolina) in Washington , District Of Columbia Sales, Territory Business Manager, Oral Healthcare (Columbia, South Carolina)...

Front Desk (Minnesota)

  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

The Role : Dental Dreams LLC in District of Columbia (Minnesota) is hiring Dental Receptionists to join our talented and dedicated team....

Front Desk (Georgia)

  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

appointments when necessary Maintain a clean and professional office environment Assist with presenting and/or explaining treatment plans Qualifications: Bilingual (Spanish) Customer Service experience Dentrix...

Demographic Data for Washington, DC

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Salary for Dental Receptionist Jobs in Washington, DC

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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC
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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