Front Office Assistant - Ridgeview Family Dentistry

Ridgeview Family Dentistry • Full-time • Olathe, Kansas, United States • $21 - $23 / hour • 6d ago

At Ridgeview Family Dentistry, our team is the foundation of the exceptional care we provide. Serving patients with comprehensive family and cosmetic dentistry, our experienced dentists and staff focus on creating healthy, confident smiles in a comfortable, patient-focused environment.

The Ridgeview team combines advanced dental techniques, state-of-the-art technology, and compassionate care to ensure each patient has a positive experience. Staff members have opportunities to grow professionally, collaborate with skilled colleagues, and contribute to a supportive workplace that values both excellence and patient satisfaction.

Joining Ridgeview Family Dentistry means becoming part of a dedicated, patient-centered team where your contributions are valued, your skills are developed, and your work has a direct impact on the smiles and well-being of our patients.

Learn more about us at: www.ridgeviewfamilydentistry.com

Job Description

Our dental front office associates are the heart of our practice – they are the first and last impressions to be made on our patients. Our front office team plays an essential role in helping the operations of the office run smoothly and delivering best in class patient care. By joining our team, you will have:

Work-Life Balance: (Monday & Thursday 9am-5pm, Tuesday & Wednesday 7am-3pm)
Time Off: Up to 3 weeks PTO + 8 Paid Holidays (PTO rolls over!)
Parental Leave: Up to 3 weeks paid
401(k) Match
Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA & FSA + earn up to $2,000/year when selecting our quality care plans
Employee Assistance Programs: Free 24/7 support for personal, financial & legal issues
CE & Growth: SPEAR access + continuing education
Wellness Perks: $28/month gyms, 12K+ on-demand workouts when selecting our quality care plans
Pet Insurance: Flexible plans + 24/7 telehealth for your pet

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain productive schedules for our doctors and hygienists
Verify insurance coverage and fee schedules while completing full insurance breakdowns for patients
Complete pre-authorizations and referrals as appropriate for patients; gather all necessary information for claim processing
Coordinate financial agreements and consent forms for the patient's financial responsibility of dental treatment
Assist patients with understanding their treatment plan and increase dental case acceptance
Assist with patient check-in, registration, and maintain patient health and dental records with strong attention to detail and adherence to HIPAA Privacy Practices
Ensure efficient office operations, including distribution/response to mail, scheduling, answering and returning of phone calls, responding to patient billing inquiries, and direction of workflow as necessary

Qualifications

Customer service experience
Dental office experienced (preferred)

Additional information

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

Working conditions include those typically seen in an office environment. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

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