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SMILE NOW RENO LLC

Dental Administrative Assistant

Reno, NV · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • PTO

As a Dental Administrative Assistant, you will support the Practice Manager and Regional Manager with daily administrative operations, patient communication, scheduling, documentation, reporting, and ...

SMILE NOW RENO LLC

Dental Administrative Assistant

Reno, NV · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • PTO

As a Dental Administrative Assistant, you will support the Practice Manager and Regional Manager with daily administrative operations, patient communication, scheduling, documentation, reporting, and ...

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Dental Assistant

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... the dentist. Administrative Duties: Scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and handling basic billing or inventory tasks. Core Qualifications Education: High school diploma or GED ...

CareSouth

Dental Administrative Assistant

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Dental Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to the dental staff and excellent patient-centered service to dental patients while managing the dental department ...

CareSouth

Dental Administrative Assistant

Baton Rouge, LA

$14.25 - $19/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Dental Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to the dental staff and excellent patient-centered service to dental patients while managing the dental department ...

CareSouth

Dental Administrative Assistant

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Dental Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to the dental staff and excellent patient-centered service to dental patients while managing the dental department ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for dentist administrative in the United States is $189,979.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $131,000.00 and $236,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Dentist Administrative job involves managing the administrative and clerical tasks of a dental office to ensure smooth operations. Responsibilities typically include scheduling appointments, handling patient records, processing insurance claims, and coordinating with dental staff. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of dental office procedures are essential. This role helps maintain efficiency in a dental practice while ensuring a positive patient experience.

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As a Dentist Administrative professional, your daily duties typically include managing appointment scheduling, patient records, and insurance claims, as well as handling billing and payments. You will likely greet and check in patients, answer phone inquiries, and coordinate with dental staff to ensure an efficient workflow. Additionally, you may be responsible for ordering office supplies and keeping track of inventory. This role is essential to maintaining a well-organized dental practice, ensuring patients have a positive experience, and supporting the smooth operation of the dental team.

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To excel as a Dentist Administrative professional, you should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in dental or medical office administration, often supported by a diploma or certificate in healthcare administration. Familiarity with dental practice management software, scheduling systems, and billing procedures is commonly required. Excellent interpersonal communication, problem-solving abilities, and a customer-service mindset are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure that dental offices run efficiently, patients are well-served, and the dental team can focus on clinical care.

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Dental Administrative Assistant

Hampstead Pediatric Dentistry

Hampstead, NC • On-site

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Job Description: Experienced Dental Administrative Assistant - Pediatric Dental Office

We are seeking a highly organized, compassionate, and experienced Dental Administrative Assistant to join our dedicated team at a busy pediatric dental office. The ideal candidate will be the welcoming face and voice of our practice, ensuring the smooth flow of daily administrative and patient-facing operations. Proficiency in dental insurance filing and exceptional phone etiquette are essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Patient Welcome & Scheduling:

    • Greet patients and their families warmly upon arrival and manage the check-in/check-out process efficiently.

    • Schedule, confirm, and reschedule patient appointments, managing the clinical schedule to optimize flow.

    • Maintain and update patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality (HIPAA compliance).

  • Insurance and Billing (Crucial Skill):

    • Expertly manage all aspects of insurance filing and claims submission.

    • Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits prior to appointments.

    • Prepare and present treatment plan estimates, clearly communicating patient financial responsibilities.

    • Follow up on unpaid claims and manage accounts receivable.

  • Communication (Crucial Skill):

    • Answer multi-line phones with professionalism and a friendly, calm demeanor.

    • Direct calls, take accurate messages, and manage communication between patients, parents, and clinical staff.

    • Handle correspondence, including mail, email, and fax communications.

  • Office Management:

    • Maintain a neat, organized, and professional reception area.

    • Manage office supplies inventory and place orders as needed.

    • Assist with other general administrative duties to support the practice manager and dental team.

Required Qualifications

  • Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of proven experience in a dental administrative role.

  • Insurance Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in processing and filing dental insurance claims (PPO and Medicaid knowledge is a plus).

  • Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal communication skills, specifically proficiency in handling high-volume phone calls and interacting positively with children and parents.

  • Technical Skills: Proficient in using dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix, Open Dental, EagleSoft, Curve Dental) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).

  • Soft Skills: Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, a meticulous attention to detail, and a patient, empathetic approach.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are a good fit for a pediatric dental setting to hampsteadpediatricdentistry@gmail.com

We look forward to hearing from you!