Dental Office Business Assistant - Legacy Dental Care - Ballwin, MO

Experienced Dental Business Assistant / Front Office Coordinator Legacy Dental Care | Ballwin, MO Pay: $25.00–$28.00 per hour, based on experience Schedule: Monday–Thursday | No Fridays or weekends. Off on Thursdays at 2pm with lunch provided. Join Our Team at Legacy Dental Care! Legacy Dental Care is seeking an experienced, personable, and detail-oriented Dental Business Assistant to join our team in Ballwin, Missouri. We are a privately owned dental practice committed to providing exceptional patient care in a welcoming, professional environment. We believe the patient experience begins long before someone sits in the dental chair, and our front office team plays an essential role in creating that experience. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys building relationships with patients, and can confidently manage the administrative responsibilities of a busy dental practice. Compensation & Benefits We believe in rewarding experienced team members and providing a healthy work-life balance. $25–$28 per hour, depending on experience 70% employer-paid health insurance 4% employer 401(k) match Two weeks of paid time off or three weeks for employees with more than 10 years dental experience Paid national holidays that fall on regularly scheduled workdays Four-day workweek — no Fridays or weekends Supportive, team-oriented work environment Opportunity to build a long-term career in a privately owned practice What You’ll Do As a Dental Business Assistant, you’ll be an important part of our patients’ experience and our practice’s daily operations. Responsibilities include: Warmly greeting patients and providing exceptional customer service Managing patient scheduling to maintain an efficient, productive schedule Answering incoming calls, responding to messages, and coordinating patient communication Verifying dental insurance eligibility, benefits, and coverage Preparing accurate treatment estimates and explaining patient financial responsibilities Presenting treatment plans and assisting patients with financial arrangements Processing insurance claims, following up on outstanding claims, and resolving insurance issues Collecting patient payments and helping maintain accurate accounts receivable Maintaining accurate patient information and documentation in Dentrix Collaborating with the clinical team to ensure a seamless patient experience What We’re Looking For Dental front office experience is required. We’re looking for someone who understands the unique responsibilities of a dental business office and can contribute with minimal training. Our ideal candidate has: At least 2 years of dental front office experience; 3+ years preferred Strong knowledge of dental insurance, claims, and benefit verification Experience with dental scheduling and patient financial arrangements Proficiency with Dentrix preferred Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills A warm, professional, and confident approach to patient interactions Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently A positive attitude and a genuine commitment to teamwork Experience with Weave is a plus. Why Legacy Dental Care? We’re proud to be a privately owned practice where relationships matter — both with our patients and within our team. We value professionalism, accountability, kindness, and a shared commitment to delivering excellent dentistry. We want our team members to feel respected, supported, and proud of the work they do. If you’re an experienced dental business professional looking for a practice where your skills are appreciated and your contributions make a difference, we’d love to meet you. Apply today! Please submit your resume and a brief description of your dental front office experience. Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 36.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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