Job Summary
We are seeking an professional and friendly Dental Office Assistant to join our team. Monday-Friday, or Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday work schedule options are available. In this role, you will be responsible for providing exceptional patient support in a busy and well established dental practice.. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of dental terminology, office management skills, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.
Duties
- Greet patients warmly and manage the front desk operations efficiently.
- Schedule appointments and maintain the appointment calendar.
- Handle patient inquiries and provide information regarding services offered.
- Assist with patient check-in and check-out processes, ensuring accurate documentation and payment.
- Verify patient insurance coverage and calculate patient copays.
- Manage patient records and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the office environment.
- Utilize dental terminology effectively in communication with patients and staff.
- Collaborate with dental staff to ensure seamless patient flow and care.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in dental terminology.
- Experience in office management or clerical roles.
- Familiarity with Eaglesoft is a plus.
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.
- Experience as a medical or dental receptionist or in a similar role is advantageous.
- Familiarity with insurance verification.
- Competency in 10 key typing for efficient data entry tasks.
- Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
- A proactive attitude towards learning new processes and improving office efficiency.
If you are eager to work in a team-oriented and supportive dental office with an exceptional reputation for patient care, we encourage you to apply with us. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Work Location: In person