Dental Front Office Coordinator

About the Opportunity Are you an experienced dental front office professional looking for stability, a sense of purpose, and the ultimate work-life balance? We are a thriving, multi-specialty Rural Healthcare Clinic dedicated to serving our community by providing top-tier primary care, specialty services, and comprehensive dental care all under one roof. We are seeking a dynamic Dental Front Office Lead to anchor our dental administrative team. Imagine wrapping up your shift rotation and enjoying a full week off (7 consecutive days!) to travel, rest, or spend time with family—all while maintaining full-time status. If you are a natural leader who knows the ins and outs of dental administration, we want you on our team! Why You’ll Love Working Here The Ultimate Schedule: Work hard, play hard. Enjoy a built-in 7-day stretch of time off between your shift rotations. Full-Time Stability: Steady, predictable income with a guaranteed 60 hours per pay period. Make a Difference: Work in a rewarding Rural Health Clinic environment where your work directly impacts an appreciative, tight-knit community. Collaborative Environment: Be part of a larger medical network, collaborating with primary care and specialty departments. What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities) Lead Dental Front Desk Operations: Oversee patient check-in/check-out, scheduling optimization, and phone management specifically for the dental department. Insurance & Billing Mastery: Verify insurance benefits, present treatment plans, and manage collections with a heavy focus on Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal processing. Interdepartmental Coordination: Act as a bridge between the dental team, patients, and the broader clinic management. Patient Advocacy: Provide exceptional, compassionate customer service to our community members, ensuring a warm and welcoming environment. What We’re Looking For (Requirements) Dental Office Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of experience working in a dental front office setting is required. Medi-Cal Knowledge: Strong preference will be given to candidates with verified experience navigating Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal portals, eligibility, and billing. Shift Flexibility: Ability to reliably work 12-hour shifts within our Sunday–Friday operational window. Leadership Skills: A problem-solving mindset, excellent communication, and the ability to keep the front office running smoothly. Tech-Savvy: Proficiency with dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix). How to Apply Ready to elevate your career and enjoy a schedule that works for your life? *> Our clinic is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment Type: Full Time Bonus/Commission: No