Dental Patient Advocate

Company: Greater Seacoast Community Health
Location: Somersworth
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Dental Receptionist Full-Time | Monday–Friday (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) Somersworth & Portsmouth, NH (Multi-site support) Starting at $21.50/hour (based on experience) Be the First Smile Patients See At Greater Seacoast Community Health, every patient experience begins with you. As a Dental Receptionist , you are the first point of contact — setting the tone for compassionate, high-quality care. If you enjoy helping people, staying organized in a fast-paced environment, and being part of a supportive team — this role offers meaningful work and opportunity to grow. Why This Role Matters Our mission is simple and powerful: To deliver innovative, compassionate, integrated health services that are accessible to all — regardless of ability to pay. In this role, you will: Help patients feel welcomed, supported, and informed Ensure smooth front office operations that keep care moving efficiently Play a key role in access to care, scheduling, and insurance workflows Be part of a collaborative team supporting whole-person health What You’ll Do As a Dental Receptionist, you will: Greet patients with professionalism, warmth, and excellent customer service Support check-in and check-out processes , including documentation and verification Schedule appointments and manage patient flow throughout the day Perform insurance verification and enter plans into Dentrix , including benefit breakdowns Provide phone support, including appointment scheduling, confirmations, and general inquiries Process incoming and outgoing dental records , including x-rays and releases Email x-rays and manage documentation requests Distribute tablets to patients as needed Complete new patient requests within established timeframes Collaborate closely with dental providers and team members to ensure smooth operations What You’ll Bring Required: High school diploma or equivalent Strong customer service and communication skills Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy environment Professional, compassionate, and team-oriented approach Preferred: Experience in a dental or healthcare setting Experience with Dentrix or similar practice management systems Familiarity with insurance verification and front office workflows Experience working with diverse or underserved populations Why You’ll Love Working at GSCH We support our team the same way we support our patients — with respect, collaboration, and opportunity. You’ll enjoy: Purpose-driven work that makes a difference every day A supportive, team-based environment Opportunities for growth and internal advancement A comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical & dental insurance (including a no-premium employee-only option) 15 days earned time in year one 7 paid holidays Employer-paid life insurance & short-term disability 401(k) with employer match Optional vision, long-term disability, and FSA plans Our Values At GSCH, we are guided by: Compassion. Respect. Integrity. Collaboration. Excellence. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for both patients and staff. Ready to Join a Team That Cares? If you’re ready to bring your customer service skills and attention to detail to a role where you truly make an impact — we’d love to meet you. Apply today at GetCommunityHealth.org Greater Seacoast Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including veterans, to apply.

Keywords: Greater Seacoast Community Health, Cambridge , Dental Patient Advocate, Administration, Clerical , Somersworth, Massachusetts