Dental Receptionist

Meiners Dentistry • Full-time • Independence, Missouri, United States • $21 - $24 / hour • 3m ago

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and organized Dental Receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for patients, providing excellent customer service while managing the front office operations of our dental practice. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Any dental assisting experience is a plus.

We have a small, dedicated team and single doctor non-corporate setting. Our office is rated 4.9 stars on google and we take excellent care of our patients.

Duties

Greet patients warmly and assist them with check-in and check-out processes.
Manage phone systems to handle incoming calls, schedule appointments, and address patient inquiries.
Make calls/texts to patients to fill the hygiene recall schedule
Perform insurance verification to ensure coverage for dental services.
Maintain accurate patient records through documentation review and clerical tasks.
Utilize Open Dental software for patient management and office administration tasks.
Provide support in maintaining an organized and welcoming office environment.

Skills

Proficiency in insurance verification and understanding of various insurance plans.
Strong clerical skills with attention to detail for accurate documentation review.
Familiarity with Open Dental or similar dental practice management software is preferred.
Excellent customer service skills to create a positive experience for patients.
Ability to type efficiently while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Knowledge of office procedures and protocols in a healthcare setting.

Join us in providing exceptional care to our patients while ensuring smooth operations at our dental practice!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

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