Dental Receptionist

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:

• Monday to Friday

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