Business Associate

Business Associate

Job ID:575

Salary: Up to$21 HR based on experience

Location: 533 Stephenson Avenue Savannah GA 31405

Job Type: Full-time

Weekly hours: 36

Grow your career in a practice where patients feel welcome and your work makes a difference.

Are you the warm, welcoming face people remember? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same? We're looking for a Business Associate who will be the heart of our office, creating an exceptional first impression for every visitor, client, and team member who walks through our doors.

What You'll Love About Us:

• A Positive, Team-Oriented Culture: We believe in supporting one another and celebrating successes, big or small.
• Opportunities for Growth: We're committed to helping you advance your skills and reach your career goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and an environment that respects your personal time.
• Your voice matters: We encourage feedback and innovation at every level.

Benefits of being part of the Howard Team

• Benefits are available after 60 days of employment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution
• Life Insurance
• Flexible spending (health and dependent care) account
• Paid Time Off & 6 paid holidays off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401K
• Daily Pay
• Professional development assistance
• FREE continuing education opportunities
• Employee assistance program

Job Title:Business AssociateJob Code:1506Reports to (Title): Practice ManagerFLSA Status: Non-exemptMatrix to:Regional Director of OperationsRevised Date:8.31.2022
Job Summary:
Assist with the facilitation of daily operations of the dental practice, including coordination of patient care and scheduling, insurance verification, and patient billing. Provides efficient, courteous, quality customer service and patient care.
Essential Functions:

The following is a summary of the essential functions for this position. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below, and specific job functions may change periodically.

1. Personally contribute to a culture that delivers an exceptional patient experience for every patient, every time.
2. Ensures the telephone is answered in a timely and professional fashion.
3. Helps ensure efficient and profitable operations by seeking patient referrals, maintaining equipment, utilizing supplies cost-effectively, and posting patient charges accurately.
4. Ensures all insurance is verified and communicated to clinical staff and patients.
5. Ensures all financial obligations are communicated with the patient and properly noted for each procedure.
6. Ensures all accounts are properly credited when payment is received.
7. Follows scheduling guidelines to ensure a manageable and profitable schedule for the dentist and hygienists.
8. Promotes a "team first" attitude by demonstrating positive and caring relationships and communication with coworkers.
9. Actively participated in a recall program to ensure goals are achieved.

Basic Education, Training, and Experience Required:

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• G Suite

Preferred

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree
• CPR
• 1 - 3 years of experience in a dental office
• Microsoft office suite, open dental, scanner

Physical Requirements/Workplace Conditions:

Check the box that most appropriately describes the requirements for the position. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet these requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.
Max # of PoundsNeverOccasionally (1% - 33%)Frequently (34% - 66%)Continuously (67% - 100%)Lifting X Carrying X Pushing X Pulling X Walking N/A X Sitting XElevated WorkN/A X BalanceN/A X CrawlingN/A X CrouchingN/A X KneelingN/A X Half-KneelingN/A X Stair ClimbingN/A X Step LadderN/A X ClimbingN/A X Bio-Hazardous Materials Exposure (bloodborne pathogens)N/A X Hazardous Materials Exposure (chemical)N/A X Latex ExposureN/A X Non-Climate controlled environmental exposureN/AX Vision RequirementsNear (20 in. or less)N/A X Far (20 ft. or more) X Color Vision RequiredYes/NoNo


Any offer of employment is contingent upon the Company's determination that the candidate has successfully passed a background check, including a drug screen.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates equally.