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Dental Receptionist – 16 Hours/Week (Mon & Thu) | $500 Sign-On Bonus | PTO | 401(k) Match
Utica Dental – Utica, OH
Schedule:
- Mondays: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM (includes a 1-hour unpaid lunch)
- Thursdays: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (includes a 1-hour unpaid lunch)
- Weekly Total:
- 16 paid hours/week
- Additional Hours:
Opportunity for more hours beginning May
Sign-On Bonus: $500 after 90 days. Pay: $18–$22 per hour, based on experience. Utica Dental is a modern, patient-centered private practice searching for a friendly, reliable Dental Receptionist to join our growing team. This position provides a consistent two-day workweek, a supportive and positive work environment, and the opportunity for additional hours as the practice grows.
Utica Dental is seeking a warm, organized, and dependable Dental Receptionist to join our growing, patient-centered practice. If you enjoy helping people, keeping an office running smoothly, and being part of a supportive team, this role is a great fit. We provide structured training, modern systems, and a friendly environment built on kindness and teamwork.
What You'll Do
- Welcome patients and provide a professional, positive first impression
- Answer phones, schedule appointments, and manage daily office flow
- Verify insurance benefits and assist with claims (training provided if needed)
- Collect payments and review patient balances
- Keep patient records updated and organized
- Manage recalls, reminders, confirmations, and follow-up communication
- Coordinate with the clinical team to maintain an efficient schedule
- Support a calm, welcoming environment for every patient
- Support dental assistants by turning over operatories when needed
What We're Looking For
- Experience in dental or medical reception preferred, but we will train a motivated learner
- Friendly, patient-focused communicator
- Comfortable with computers and learning new software
- Reliable, detail-oriented, punctual, and organized
- Able to multitask and stay calm in a busy environment
- A team player who enjoys contributing to a positive work culture
Why You'll Love Working With Utica Dental
- Consistent Monday/Thursday schedule
- More hours available starting May
- PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Dental services discount for employees & immediate family
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Competitive hourly pay
- Paid training with growth and cross-training opportunities
- Supportive, drama-free, patient-focused environment
- Modern digital office with organized systems that make your job easier
Schedule Summary
- Monday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM (1-hour unpaid lunch)
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (1-hour unpaid lunch)
- Total: 16 paid hours per week, with optional additional hours starting May
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief message about why you'd be a great addition to Utica Dental. We look forward to meeting you
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $ $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22