Patient Coordinator

Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners; Glen Mills (Delaware County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners is seeking a friendly Pediatric Front Desk Coordinator to be the first point of contact for families. You will manage the front office, help with scheduling, billing, and patient flow to ensure a seamless experience.

Ideal candidates have dental front office experience, familiarity with Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Open Dental, and strong communication and organizational skills to support a busy pediatric practice.

Qualifications

• Prior dental or medical front office experience preferred (pediatric experience a plus)
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and organization

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and families with a warm, friendly, and professional demeanor
• Check patients in and out efficiently while maintaining accuracy
• Schedule appointments and manage the daily schedule to optimize patient flow
• Answer phones, respond to inquiries, and assist with patient needs
• Verify insurance eligibility and update patient information
• Collect payments, co-pays, and balances
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Coordinate with clinical team to ensure smooth transitions between front and back office
• Manage appointment confirmations and follow-ups
• Support overall office organization and cleanliness of the front area

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Tools

Dentrix

Eaglesoft

Open Dental

Job description

We are a growing pediatric dental office dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to children and their families. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, positive, and fun environment for every patient who walks through our doors.

Position Overview

The Pediatric Front Desk Coordinator is the first point of contact for patients and families, playing a key role in delivering an exceptional patient experience. This role is responsible for managing the front office, supporting scheduling and administrative functions, and ensuring a smooth flow throughout the day.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet patients and families with a warm, friendly, and professional demeanor

• Check patients in and out efficiently while maintaining accuracy

• Schedule appointments and manage the daily schedule to optimize patient flow

• Answer phones, respond to inquiries, and assist with patient needs

• Verify insurance eligibility and update patient information

• Collect payments, co-pays, and balances

• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation

• Coordinate with clinical team to ensure smooth transitions between front and back office

• Manage appointment confirmations and follow-ups

• Support overall office organization and cleanliness of the front area

Qualifications

• Prior dental or medical front office experience preferred (pediatric experience a plus)

• Experience with dental software (Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental, etc.) preferred

• Strong customer service and communication skills

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Basic understanding of insurance verification and scheduling preferred

• High attention to detail and organization

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, outgoing, and patient-focused personality

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Highly organized and detail-oriented

• Team player with a positive attitude

• Ability to stay calm and professional in a busy environment