What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Office Receptionist / Insurance Coordinator position at Lake Success Dental Care?
We are a growing, privately owned dental practice in Western Nassau County seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Front Desk / Insurance Coordinator to join our team.
This role is a key part of our operations—responsible for both patient-facing front desk duties and supporting insurance and treatment coordination.
Schedule
- Monday–Tuesday 9:00am–5:00pm
- Thursday: 9:30am–5:00pm (evenings potentially in the future)
- Some Saturdays: 7:30am–4:00pm
- Some flexibility available
Responsibilities
- Greet patients and manage check-in/check-out
- Schedule and confirm appointments efficiently
- Answer phones and handle patient inquiries professionally
- Verify insurance eligibility and breakdown benefits
- Assist with treatment plan coordination and patient financial discussions
- Submit and track insurance claims (as needed)
- Maintain accurate patient records in Dentrix
- Support the front desk team to ensure smooth daily flow
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of dental office experience (required)
- Strong understanding of dental insurance (PPOs, basic breakdowns, claims)
- Experience with Dentrix preferred
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Professional, team-oriented attitude
Compensation
- Hourly pay monthly bonus structure
- Merit-based growth and advancement opportunities
- Compensation based on experience
Why Join Our Team
- Privately owned, fast-growing practice
- Structured, professional work environment
- Supportive team with opportunities to grow
- Performance-based incentives
If you’re experienced, dependable, and looking to grow within a well-run practice, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume to apply.
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