About this position
Dental Receptionist / Front Desk Team Member
Ruby Canyon Dental | Grand Junction, CO
$17–$23 per hour | Full-Time
+ $2/hr Bilingual Differential (English/Spanish)Every patient experience begins with a first impression.
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The receptionist plays a critical role in shaping that experience. We are looking for someone who naturally creates warmth, professionalism, and calm from the very first interaction.
Many patients walk into a dental office feeling anxious or vulnerable. The way they are welcomed can change their entire visit. This role is centered on hospitality, organization, and patient experience — not high phone volume.
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Position Overview
This Dental Receptionist / Front Desk position focuses primarily on:
- Greeting and checking in patients
- Creating a welcoming and professional reception experience
- Coordinating scheduling and follow-up appointments
- Supporting insurance verification and patient documentation
- Maintaining smooth front office operations
Phones are part of the role, but this is not a call-center environment. The priority is in-person patient interaction and front desk leadership.
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Key Responsibilities
Patient Experience
- Welcome patients with warmth and professionalism
- Check in patients and verify demographic and insurance information
- Maintain a clean, organized, and polished reception area
- Assist with scheduling and appointment coordination
- Support patient communication and financial discussions when needed
- Help create a calm and positive environment
Administrative & Insurance
- Insurance verification and updates
- Accurate data entry and record management
- HIPAA compliance
- Coordination with clinical team members
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Who Thrives in This Role
You would be a strong fit if you:
- Enjoy patient interaction and customer service
- Naturally smile and maintain strong eye contact
- Stay calm under pressure
- Are highly organized and detail-oriented
- Communicate clearly and professionally
- Take pride in representing the practice well
Dental front office experience is preferred but not required.
Customer service, hospitality, or administrative experience is highly valued.
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Qualifications
- High school diploma required
- Front desk, receptionist, or administrative experience preferred
- Dental office experience is a plus
- Knowledge of dental software is a plus
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
Qualified bilingual team members receive an additional $2 per hour.
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Compensation & Growth
- $17–$23 per hour (based on experience and skill level)
- $2/hour bilingual differential
- Performance reviews with raise potential
- Opportunities for growth within the practice
- Stable full-time schedule
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Benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Professional, team-oriented environment
- Supportive leadership
- Clear systems and expectations
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If you believe first impressions matter and take pride in creating a welcoming, professional environment, we would love to meet you.
Apply through Indeed and tell us why you feel aligned with this role.
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