Dental Receptionist Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

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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Sage Dental

Dental Office Manager

  • Sage Dental
  • Hollywood, FL (23 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sage Dental
  • Hollywood, FL (23 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 7 hours ago

Sage Dental is the leading Dental Support Organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and we are continuing to grow! At Sage, people are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for dynamic and...

Great Expressions Dental Centers

Dental Office Manager

What you'll do Are you an experienced Dental Operations Manager ready to make a significant impact? Great Expressions Dental Centers is seeking a highly skilled and seasoned professional to join...

Dental Office Assistant Manager

  • Palm Springs, FL (21 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palm Springs, FL (21 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Sage Dental is the leading Dental Support Organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and we are continuing to grow! At Sage, people are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for dynamic and...

Dental Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Coconut Creek, FL (10 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Coconut Creek, FL (10 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Experience 1+ years of experience in a dental or medical setting 1+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Dentrix or other dental software experience Physical...

Dental Front desk Team Member

  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Our experienced and individualized practice in West Palm Beach is seeking a front desk team member to join our practice! We are a general private dental practice seeking an enthusiastic and...

Accounting Internship

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 4 days ago

Sage Dental is the leading Dental Support Organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and we are continuing to grow! At Sage, people are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for dynamic and...

Office Manager in Training - Military Skill bridge Program (Fort Lauderdale)

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Overview Dental Care Alliances mission is to advance the practice of dentistry by partnering with and supporting dental professionals to create a lifetime of healthy smiles. Headquartered in...

Director of Compliance

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 10 days ago

Sage Dental is the leading Dental Support Organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and we are continuing to grow! At Sage, people are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for dynamic and...

Dental - Front Office Coordinator

  • Oakland Park, FL (15 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Oakland Park, FL (15 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 12 days ago

American Pediatric Dental Group has a fantastic opportunity for a Bilingual(Spanish/English) Dental Front Desk Receptionist! This position's primary responsibility is to handle all front office...

Dental Director Position near Miami/Hollywood, FL - Community Health ( $240K-$275K)

  • Pembroke Park, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pembroke Park, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 14 days ago

A rewarding Director of Dental Services opportunity near Miami, FL with a multi-site community health program. The position is responsible for planning and directing the operations and service...

Patient Coordinator (Part-Time)

  • Delray Beach, FL (6 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (6 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 18 days ago

Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and insurance processes is desirable. #IND3 GEDC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer....

Dental Office Manager

  • Coral Springs, FL (12 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Coral Springs, FL (12 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 20 days ago

At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program,...

Dental Receptionist @ Towncare Dental of Ft Lauderdale.

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview We have an immediate opening for a full time time Dental Receptionist to work at our affiliated practice; Towncare Dental of Ft Lauderdale.The Dental Receptionist for this position must have...

Patient Service Representative

  • Delray Beach, FL (6 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (6 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Advanced Dentistry South Florida is looking for a Patient Service Representative in Delray Beach, Florida, to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and...

Practice Integration Clinical Specialist

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 30+ days ago

., Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental, Denticon, etc) In-depth understanding of dental procedures, treatment planning, patient care workflows, and compliance regulations....

Demographic Data for Boca Raton, FL

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General Receptionist
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Salary for Dental Receptionist Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

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 Boca Raton, FL 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 Boca Raton, FL
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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