Dental Patient Coordinator
The Smilist Dental · thesmilist.com
Riverdale
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The job in short
Dental patient coordination.
Insurance
Details
- Found
- 9 d ago · posted 2026-10-21
- Location as listed
- Riverdale, MD
- Role
- Patient Services / Front Office
- Pay (as listed)
- $24–$27 an hour
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
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: Riverdale, MD
• Schedule: Full Time
• Pay Range: $24.00-$27.00 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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