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Business Office Assistant

Heartland Dental, Fort Smith, AR, United States


Expected Full-Time Work Schedule/Hours
Monday–Thursday, 7:50 am–5:00 pm

Friday, 8:00 am–12:00 pm

Benefits

No nights or weekends – enjoy a healthy work‑life balance

Full benefits package – health insurance, retirement plans & PTO

Quarterly bonus potential – rewarding hard work & dedication

Dental Assistant Academy training & CE classes included – we invest in your growth

Job Description
Job Title:

Full‑time Experienced Business Office Assistant

My Dentist Fort Smith is looking for a full‑time experienced Business Office Assistant to support our front office. You will help patients experience a welcoming environment and work collaboratively with the team. Hard‑working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for helping us provide the best patient care to the communities we serve.

More About My Dentist Fort Smith

Join a 10‑person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community

The office is a fun, fast‑paced, engaging, energetic team

Location: 6323 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith, AR 72903

Responsibilities

Greet and welcome patients as they enter the office to create a great first impression

Manage front office duties, including answering phones, checking office mail and email, and communicating with patients and insurance companies

Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and records

Schedule and confirm appointments for multiple providers in the office

File patient insurance claims and follow up on outstanding claims, verification of benefits, and explanation of coverage

Post insurance and patient payments and process accounts receivables

Review treatment plan fees and payment options with patients

Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems to optimize office potential

Minimum Qualifications, Experience, & Education

High School Diploma or GED

New Dental Assistant graduates welcomed to apply

2+ years of front office assistant work experience in a dental office

Experience with Dentrix or other dental software

Microsoft Office Suite experience

Preferred Experience

Dental Front Office work experience

Experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable

Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology

Team & Culture Fit

Collaborative team player who thrives in supportive, family‑like environments

Dedicated, dependable with a positive attitude and service‑oriented mindset

Business & Professional Skills

Experience working in a fast‑paced and customer‑centric environment

Strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities

Adaptable to changing workflows and team dynamics

Detail‑oriented with a proactive approach to problem solving

Excellent communication, organizational, and multi‑tasking skills

Compliance & Confidentiality
The position will have access to the minimum PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions. Regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required. The individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the years

TB Test Requirements
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. The test will be arranged during the pre‑employment process and must be completed prior to starting employment. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.

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