Treatment Coordinator (Harwood Heights)

About us At Orthodontic Experts, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and setting the standard for orthodontic excellence. With 32 locations across the greater Chicagoland area, Wisconsin, and Indiana, and continued growth ahead, we are focused on transforming smiles and making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. We are looking for team members who are passionate about high-quality care and align with our Core Values: Accountability Continuous Improvement Inclusion Integrity Respect Teamwork Transparency If you are seeking an opportunity to grow your career in a purpose-driven, patient-centered organization, we encourage you to apply. Job Description As a Treatment Coordinator, you will be providing support to our patients in their orthodontic journey. You will be responsible for communicating with patients and their family members to ensure that they understand their treatment plans and any changes that may occur. Tasks include but are not limited to: Consult with patients to understand their oral health history, concerns, and objectives. Explain the treatment plan, address patient concerns, and answer any questions. Assist the patient in prioritizing the treatment and establish a plan for scheduling and payment arrangements. Conduct financial consultations with all new patients and with existing patients when new treatment plans are presented. Manage and maintain the payment options and policies for patients. Understand the practice’s policy on working with Ortho benefit plans and be prepared to educate patients on their dental benefits. Communicate with all outside and third-party financing companies offered to patients and educate patients on the available outside financing options. Track patient accounts receivable and outstanding balances to ensure timely payment. Assist in Practice’s collections protocol for all outstanding balances. Introduce new patients to the practice by going over health history, explaining the doctor’s examination and describing any other features about the practice that should be highlighted. Conduct treatment consultations with all new patients and with existing patients when new treatment plans are presented. Updating TC Spreadsheet on a daily basis Conducting Dialing outbound calls to patients. (Welcome calls, Lost Cases, Denials etc.) Greet and check patients in and out before and after treatment. Assist the orthodontist during procedures, such as adjusting braces and placing orthodontic appliances. Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control. Provide patient education on oral hygiene, orthodontic appliance care, and post-treatment instructions to ensure successful treatment outcomes. Participate in Marketing events Cash Handling Answer incoming calls to include new patient calls, emergencies, scheduling patient appointments, requesting records, and follow up. In the event you are traveling to another clinic, you are required to perform all duties and responsibilities of your role including administrative tasks. Responsible in helping to maintain a clean/sanitized clinic/office area. Other tasks as assigned. Requirements High school degree or GED equivalent 3 years of customer service experience 2 years of sales experience 1 year of Treatment Coordinating experience Knowledge of medical terms and practices Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.) Excellent problem solving and de-escalation skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills 6 months to 1 year of orthodontic assisting experience preferred Bilingual - Spanish Preferred Working Hours/ Location Monday – Wednesday 8:45am – 5:00pm Thursday - Friday 6:45am – 3:00pm 2 Saturdays per month Two 9:45am- 6:00pm Shifts per month 4709 N Harlem Ave, Harwood Heights, IL 60706 Full time Travel required to Bucktown, Avondale , Skokie Benefits (for our full-time employees) Paid Training Travel Pay (when traveling to sister clinics farther than 15 miles away from base clinic) Clinical Bonuses Paid Time Off Holiday Pay Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Accident Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Health Savings Account Dependent Care Account 401(k) and matching Pet InsuranceTuition Assistance Program Identity Theft Protection MetLife Met Law Legal Insurance Transit Reimbursement - Commuter Account Free and discounted Orthodontic Treatments #J-18808-Ljbffr Orthodontic Experts Management LLC