Employee discount good, but toxic management and high turnover - Patient Care Coordinator Smile Brands Employee Review

1.0
Mar 31, 2026
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Pros

employee discount was pretty good and there are options to relocate to other states if you move

Cons

They can never keep their employees; Johnson Family Dental was bought out by Smile Brands and has become incredibly toxic! Upper management is useless and provide no training provided, push unnecessary products and treatments on to patients, It's all about numbers and exploiting people,

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Smile Brands Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you found value in the employee discount and relocation opportunities, but we’re very concerned by your experience. Creating a supportive environment for our teams and delivering ethical, patient-centered care are top priorities for us. Your comments regarding management, training, and workplace culture are taken seriously and will be reviewed with the appropriate leadership teams. We are committed to continuous improvement and appreciate you bringing these concerns forward, as this feedback helps us better support our employees and patients.

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5.0
Jan 12, 2026
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Pros

Work from home provided flexibility, eliminated commuting time, and reduced daily expenses. Steady, predictable workload with clear procedures and expectations. Regular exposure to healthcare operations improved familiarity with insurance verification, scheduling, and patient communication. Developed strong customer service skills, especially de-escalation, empathy, and clear explanation of complex information. Consistent hours and structure supported routine and reliability.

Cons

High call volume and back-to-back interactions could be mentally draining. Strict metrics and performance monitoring. Repetitive nature of calls offered little variety or creative problem-solving. Emotional labor was significant when handling frustrated or anxious patients. Career advancement opportunities within the role itself were limited.

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Smile Brands Response
6mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your perspective on the flexibility, structure, and skill development the role provides, particularly in customer service and back office patient support. We also recognize the challenges you noted, including call volume, performance metrics, and limited advancement opportunities, to name a few. Your input is valuable and will be shared with senior leadership as we continue to evaluate ways to support employee well-being, engagement, and growth. Thank you for your continued contributions and for taking the time to provide this feedback.
1.0
Jun 9, 2026
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Pros

Dental coverage is good. They definitely take care of your smile. However it has to be within their clinics. If you need a speciality provider for let’s say extractions- good luck. You’ll be going outside and paying full out of pocket

Cons

Extremely disorganized, zero communication from upper management unless they need something from you, no guidance, policies are lacking to help you navigate through a system. Messy messy messy. Did I mention terrible communication? Pay is very low. Benefits: Health insurance is terrible. They almost cut your HSA match in half. They do not match your 401k Short/long term disability is out of YOUR pocket. PTO? Good luck. Very little offered, and it doesn’t grow much while you put your years in. Most staff have to use it towards holidays. You will be overworked.

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Smile Brands Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you found value in the employee dental coverage and appreciate your perspective. Your feedback is important and will be shared with our leadership team as we continue to evaluate and improve how we support our employees, our benefits offerings, and our overall workplace environment.
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