Dental Insurance/Scheduling Coordinator

Job Title: Dental Insurance & Scheduling Coordinator Pay Range: $20.00 – $24.00 per hour Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday–Friday; some Saturdays required Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Dental Insurance & Scheduling Coordinator to join our dental practice. This position plays a key role in managing insurance processes and maintaining an efficient, well-organized patient schedule. Prior dental front office experience is required. Key Responsibilities Verify dental insurance eligibility, benefits, and limitations Submit, track, and follow up on insurance claims and pre-authorizations Clearly explain insurance benefits and estimated patient portions Schedule patients according to treatment plans and provider availability Optimize daily schedules to support efficient patient flow Confirm appointments and manage cancellations and reschedules Maintain accurate patient records in the practice management system Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure smooth operations Respond to patient billing and insurance inquiries professionally Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of dental front office experience required Strong working knowledge of dental insurance (PPO preferred) Experience with claims and pre-authorizations Knowledge of Dentrix Ascend is a plus Strong organizational and multitasking skills Excellent communication and customer service abilities Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented What We Offer Competitive hourly pay based on experience Stable, supportive team environment Opportunity for long-term growth within the practice Dental benefits and additional incentives (practice-specific) #J-18808-Ljbffr