Dental Patient Coordinator

The Smilist; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

The Smilist in Langhorne, PA invites a friendly Patient Coordinator to join our dental team. You will welcome patients, manage front desk duties, verify insurance, and assist with payments, ensuring a smooth daily workflow.

We offer a full-time, Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends, plus a benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance. Join us to help patients achieve healthier smiles and a superior experience.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a dental receptionist or front desk coordinator.
• Dentrix experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Friendly, professional, patient-focused attitude.
• Collaborative mindset to support the team.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist patients at check-in.
• Handle front desk communications and calls.
• Verify patient information and insurance details.
• Collect payments and explain balances.
• Maintain accurate administrative records.
• Coordinate appointments and minimize gaps.
• Communicate patient arrivals to the clinical team.
• Support practice growth by improving patient experience.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Dentrix

Job 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: Langhorne, PA
• Schedule: Full Time - Monday through Friday - no weekends!
• Pay Range: $20.00-$25.00 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 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.