Front Desk Receptionist

Front Desk Receptionist at busy, upscale dental office (Park Slope/Boerum Hill in Brooklyn, NY)

Upscale dental office looking for upbeat, experienced patient relations coordinator. Job duties involve impeccable customer service, scheduling for production, answering multiple telephone lines, appointment calendar management, greeting patients, and managing mail. Ideal candidates will have computer skills, keyboarding skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and outstanding customer service skills. We strive for perfection; however, a fun personality is required! We work as a team, so please team players only!

Key Requirements:

  • Must pass pre-employment examination.
  • Drug testing required.
  • Background check required.
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
  • 40 WPM keyboarding skills with a covered keyboard test.
  • High school diploma and 3 years administrative experience required, but college education or prior medical office experience is highly preferred.

This is not your average administrative assistant position, as you must learn dental terminology. Extensive study is required during the training period and once trained, occasional study from home and self-development are suggested. We offer:

  • competitive incentives to include personal days off
  • company-funded employee development
  • Office metrics, experience and merit-based raises
  • Retirement benefits
  • valuation of your opinions and importance as a fundamental person in our office.

Work Schedule: Full-time

Salary: 25-27 per hour dependent upon skill level and experience

Required experience: 3 years (Administrative experience required, but medical office experience highly preferred)

Benefits:

  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

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