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Dental Front Office Receptionist – Join Our Vibrant Family Practice!
Location: Carter Family Dentistry – Boise, ID
Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday (Standard daytime operating hours)
Pay Rate: $22.00 – $25.00 / hour Monthly Team Performance Bonus Potential
Practice/Department: Front Office
About Carter Family Dentistry
At Carter Family Dentistry, we believe exceptional oral healthcare begins with a warm, welcoming environment where patients feel like family. Located in Boise, our well-established, highly rated 7-operatory practice has served our community with high-quality general and cosmetic dental care for over three decades.
Our clinic combines state-of-the-art dental technology with a tight-knit, collaborative culture. With 3 experienced doctors, 4 hygienists, 3 dental assistants, and a long-standing, supportive team, we take pride in delivering a fun, stress-free work environment where every staff member is valued.
Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable, organized, and welcoming Dental Front Office Receptionist to serve as the heart of our practice. As the first point of contact for our patients, you will play a crucial role in managing patient flow, scheduling, insurance verification, and billing operations.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting with a long-tenured team that loves what they do, this is the perfect opportunity to build a rewarding career with an established practice!
Key Responsibilities
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Patient Care & Reception:
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Warmly greet patients upon arrival, manage the check-in/check-out process, and maintain an organized front reception area.
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Answer multi-line phone calls, respond to patient inquiries, and deliver exceptional customer service.
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Scheduling & Operatory Support:
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Manage patient scheduling to optimize clinical flow and keep daily doctor and hygiene schedules full.
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Coordinate follow-up appointments, recall visits, and treatment plan scheduling.
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Insurance Verification & Billing:
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Perform insurance eligibility verifications and pre-authorizations prior to scheduled visits.
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Present treatment estimates, collect co-pays/patient payments at time of service, and process daily billing transactions.
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Administrative Coordination:
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Maintain accurate patient records and chart documentation in practice management software.
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Collaborate closely with clinical staff (doctors, hygienists, assistants) and front office teammates to ensure a seamless patient experience.
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Qualifications
Requirements:
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Minimum of 1 year of prior Dental Front Office experience (REQUIRED).
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Foundational knowledge of dental billing, insurance verification, CDT coding, and scheduling workflows.
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Strong written/verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and customer service mindset.
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Ability to multitask effectively in a busy 7-operatory practice environment.
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Proficiency with dental practice management software (e.g., Denticon, Dentrix, EagleSoft).
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Familiarity with major PPO insurance plans and patient financing tools (e.g., CareCredit).
Benefits & Compensation
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Competitive Pay: $22.00 – $25.00 / hour base rate Monthly Team Performance Bonus Potential.
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Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Paid Holidays.
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401(k) Retirement Plan.
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Consistent Work Schedule: Full-time Monday through Friday schedule with standard daytime hours and weekends off!
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Exceptional Culture: Join a fun, supportive team with long-standing staff longevity and a great workplace atmosphere.
Apply Today!
If you have dental front office experience and are ready to bring your positive energy to a top-rated family practice, we want to hear from you! Please submit your updated resume to be considered for an interview.
Salary : $22 - $25