Dental Assistant/Receptionist - Amigos Dental for Kids and Adults - Los Angeles, CA

Job Overview We are seeking a reliable Dental Assistant who can also support front office operations. This role involves assisting the dental team during procedures while handling essential administrative duties such as patient intake, appointment scheduling, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable balancing clinical and front desk responsibilities in a fast-paced practice, with a strong focus on patient care and professionalism. Responsibilities Greet patients warmly and efficiently manage check-in and check-out processes using electronic health record (EHR) systems Verify insurance coverage, perform insurance eligibility checks, and handle insurance verification to facilitate smooth billing processes. Assist dental practitioners during procedures by preparing instruments, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring patient comfort. Maintain accurate dental records, review documentation for completeness, and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations for patient privacy. Schedule appointments using multi-line phone systems and coordinate follow-up visits or treatment plans in accordance with clinic protocols. Provide exceptional patient service through clear communication, phone etiquette, and bilingual support. Requirements Minimum 1 year prior DA experience. Spanish language ability! Tagalog is a plus but not necessary. Some knowledge of HIPAA regulations, medical billing procedures, CPT coding, and insurance verification processes. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation review and medical records management. Ability to handle multi-line phone systems efficiently while demonstrating professional phone etiquette. Prior office management or administrative experience in a healthcare setting is highly desirable. Strong customer service orientation Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 – 32.0 per week Work Location: In person

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