
Dental Patient Coordinator
Required skills
- dental receptionist
- dental front desk coordinator
- patient information
- insurance details
- patient payments
- front-office operations
- appointment scheduling
- follow-up care
- clinical team communication
- patient questions
Nice to have
- Dentrix
Role summary
The Smilist is seeking a reliable, friendly, and motivated Patient Coordinator for their dental office in Lawrence Township, NJ. This full-time, Monday-Friday role involves welcoming patients, managing front desk communications, coordinating check-ins, collecting payments, maintaining records, and supporting appointment scheduling. The ideal candidate has previous dental/medical reception experience, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a patient-focused attitude. Dentrix experience is preferred. The position offers competitive pay ($20-$23/hour), health, dental, and vision insurance, and opportunities for professional growth.
At The Smilist, we are committed to providing high-quality dental care in a warm, welcoming, and professional environment. Our team is passionate about creating positive patient experiences and making lives better, one smile at a time. We are looking for a reliable, friendly, and motivated Patient Coordinator to join our growing team and support our commitment to exceptional patient care.
Take a Glance at the Role!
- Location: Lawrence Township, NJ
- Schedule: Full Time - Monday through Friday - no weekends!
- Pay Range: $20.00-$23.00 per hour
- Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus opportunities for professional growth
What You’ll Do
- Welcome and assist patients: Create a warm, positive first impression and ensure every patient feels welcomed upon arrival.
- Handle front desk communications: Answer incoming calls, direct inquiries, relay messages, and communicate professionally with patients and other team members.
- Coordinate patient check-in: Verify patient information, confirm insurance details, and ensure records are accurate and up to date.
- Support payment collection: Collect patient payments, communicate balances clearly, and assist with front-office financial transactions.
- Keep the office organized: Maintain accurate administrative records and support efficient daily front-office operations.
- Support the patient schedule: Help coordinate appointments, encourage patients to schedule recommended follow-up care, and minimize gaps in the schedule.
- Partner with the clinical team: Communicate patient arrivals promptly and collaborate with the dental team to keep the daily schedule running efficiently.
- Contribute to practice growth: Help patients navigate their dental visits, address routine questions, and create an experience that encourages them to return for continued care.
Who You Are
- Previous experience as a dental/medical receptionist or dental front desk coordinator.
- Dentrix experience preferred, but not required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- A friendly, professionalism and patient-focused attitude.
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to the success of the entire organization.
- Comfort discussing appointment scheduling, insurance information, and patient payments
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, along with additional benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- A supportive team environment where your contributions make a difference.
- The opportunity to help patients maintain healthier smiles while building lasting relationships within the community.
If you are passionate about patient care, enjoy working as part of a collaborative dental team, and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career, we encourage you to apply and join The Smilist team.
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