Dental Front Office Assistant

Job overview

The Dental Front Office Assistant role is onsite in Yelm, WA, paying $24–$30 per hour. The position supports the front office of Yelm Dental and helps create a positive patient experience from the first call through follow-up care. The assistant manages patient communications, appointments, records, and payment-related tasks while coordinating with the dental team and outside providers. The role helps the practice run smoothly and supports patient service and confidentiality.

What you'll do

• Greet patients
• answer and manage calls
• schedule, confirm, and reschedule appointments
• check patients in and out and maintain patient information
• verify insurance eligibility and answer insurance questions
• collect payments
• provide treatment estimates and basic billing information
• maintain records
• coordinate referrals and records
• communicate office policies
• protect confidentiality and comply with HIPAA
• monitor the daily schedule
• assist with administrative duties and maintain the reception area.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental front office assistant

dental receptionist

patient scheduling

insurance verification

patient records

hipaa

dentrix

yelm wa

yelm dental

$24–$30 per hour

medical and dental

401(k)

pto

bonuses

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and bonuses.

Why this role

The posting lists Dentrix and general practice skills, and benefits include medical and dental coverage, 401(k), PTO, and bonuses.

About the employer

Yelm Dental is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.