Dental Office Manager

Andrew Roechner DDS • Part-time • Joliet, Illinois, United States • $25 - $29 / hour • 1w ago

Schedule:

Monday: 8:15am - 7:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am - 7:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Every other Saturday: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Job Description:

We are a friendly, privately owned dental practice seeking an experienced Dental Office Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Dental Insurance. Candidates must have a passion for delivering exceptional patient care and service. This is a hands-on role that involves managing both front office operations and day-to-day practice flow.

You will be the first point of contact in greeting patients and be responsible for overseeing the front desk, coordinating the schedule, and billing.

Key Responsibilities:

Greet and check in patients in a warm, professional manner
Answer phones and respond to patient inquiries
Schedule and confirm appointments efficiently
Verify dental insurance eligibility and benefits
Accurately code dental procedures and submit claims
Follow up on outstanding claims and insurance payments
Appeal denied insurance claims when needed
Collect and post payments from patients and insurance companies
Set up and manage payment plans
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient record
Ensure compliance with OSHA and HIPAA regulations
Support smooth clinical scheduling and daily operations
Coordinate with the dentist and clinical staff to optimize productivity and patient care

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of experience in a dental office setting required
Prior experience with dental insurance verification and claims processing
Strong understanding of dental coding and terminology
Proficiency with dental practice management software, we use Dentimax, similar to Dentrix.
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Highly organized with attention to detail
Ability to multitask and work independently
Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA compliance standards
Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
Bilingual preferred but not required

If you are passionate about dental healthcare and possess the necessary skills to manage a thriving practice, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 30 per week

Benefits: