Dental Receptionist

Elica Health Centers; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement savings with up to 4

Healthcare options with Anthem Blue C0

HRA

FSA

Life Insurance

ID Theft Protection

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Elica Health Centers in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Dental Receptionist to answer calls, greet patients, schedule appointments, maintain the front desk, and handle clerical tasks in a busy dental clinic.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, BLS, and 1 year of dental office experience; strong computer skills with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and familiarity with EPIC Wisdom or dental schedulers preferred. Training provided; competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience in a dental setting preferred.
• Experience with EPIC Wisdom or dental scheduling preferred.
• Knowledge of Medi-Cal and other payers for dental insurances.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and greet patients.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate administration to ensure efficient dental office operations.
• Maintain front desk appearance and perform clerical tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

EPIC Wisdom

Dental scheduler

Job description

What You'll Do

The Dental Receptionist will answer phone calls, greet patients, schedule appointments, maintain office appearance, and perform various clerical tasks. The Dental Receptionist will coordinate and organize appointments and administration to facilitate the efficient running of the dental office.

Benefits

• Retirement Savings Made Easy: Enjoy a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% employer matching and 100% immediate vesting—start building your future from day one!
• Comprehensive Healthcare Options: Choose from two Anthem Blue Cross PPO plans for medical, plus dental and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Employer-Funded HRA: Our Health Reimbursement Arrangement helps cover out-of-pocket medical costs, giving you peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of two FSA options: Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA, tailored to suit your needs.
• Security for the Unexpected: We provide company-paid basic Life and AD&DD Insurance, with options to enhance coverage.
• Enhanced Protection: Explore additional benefits like Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance, plus ID Theft Protection and Pet Insurance.
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy accrued paid time off, paid holidays, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) access, which includes counseling, financial, and legal services, along with a vast library of online resources.
• Invest in Yourself: Benefit from our Tuition Reimbursement Program for ongoing education and growth, plus CME/CEU and license reimbursements for eligible roles.

Compensation: $25.00 to $30.25 an hour - Dependent Upon Experience

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience in dental setting preferred
• Experience with EPIC Wisdom or dental scheduler preferred
• Knowledge of government (Medi-Cal) and non-government payers for dental insurances and dental terminology
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace software
• Ability to communicate in a respectful and professional manner with all staff
• Maintain a positive environment that is focused on patient care
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet daily production targets

Additional Requirements

• Must have a current and valid California driver’s license and the ability to provide proof of personal auto insurance on the vehicle driven during working hours.
• If selected for an employment opportunity with Elica Health Centers, external hires must provide proof of immunizations (Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella & Tetanus), tuberculosis clearance, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination status* prior to their scheduled start date. Please be advised that this position is subject to criminal background investigation and drug screen.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

The work environment is characteristic of a medical/dental clinic environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle or feel. The employee is also required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must also possess hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Elica Health Centers is a healthcare facility that adheres to the mandates issued by the California Department of Public Health including the recent orders regarding the COVID-19 vaccine. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered.