Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discounts
- Opportunity for advancement
Job description
Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and organized Dental Receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the front desk operations of our dental practice, ensuring a welcoming environment for patients while efficiently handling administrative tasks. This role requires a strong understanding of medical terminology and experience with office management systems, particularly "Dentrix Ascend".
Duties
- Greet patients warmly and manage their check-in and check-out processes.
- Schedule appointments and manage the dental office calendar effectively.
- Handle patient inquiries and provide information regarding services offered.
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure confidentiality in compliance with health information management standards.
- Process medical collections and insurance claims, ensuring proper coding and documentation.
- Assist with filing and organizing patient files, both electronic and paper-based.
- Collaborate with dental staff to ensure smooth office operations and patient flow.
- Utilize medical terminology to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare providers.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Medical Receptionist or in a similar role is preferred.
- Familiarity with "Dentrix Ascend" or similar electronic health record systems is a plus.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, coding, and health information management practices is essential.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with patients and staff.
- Ability to maintain professionalism while handling sensitive information.
- Experience in office management within a healthcare setting is desirable but not mandatory.
Join our team as a Dental Receptionist where you will play a vital role in providing excellent patient care while supporting our dental practice's operations!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour (based on experience and room to grow!)
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Norwalk, CT 06854 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Norwalk, CT 06854: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Work at office, Relocation, Monday to Friday