What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Patient Coordinator position at Bunn Family Dentistry?
Our state of the art dental practice is seeking a highly-skilled and self-motivated Patient Care Coordinator to join our growing team. You will play a key role by performing various administrative tasks. You should be comfortable undertaking a variety of dental office activities including collecting payments, completing deposits, confirming and explaining procedures, answering the phone, scheduling patients and more. Reliability and a strong work ethic combined with great patient relation and communication skills are a must. Patterson Eaglesoft software experience is a plus! If you think you are the right candidate for our team please email resume and cover letter.
General Purpose
Attend to patients on the phone and in person. Co-ordinate and organize appointments and administration to facilitate the efficient running of the dental office.
Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
- greet patients
- register new patients according to established office protocols
- assist patients to complete all necessary forms and documentation
- verify and update patient information
- inform patients of dental office procedures and policy
- move patients through appointments as scheduled
- enter all relevant patient information into data system
- maintain and manage patient records in compliance with privacy and security regulations
- answer and manage incoming calls
- respond and comply to requests for information
- schedule patient appointments
- confirm upcoming appointments and recalls according to office protocol
- check daily appointment schedule
- arrange patient charts for next day appointments
- fill in cancellations and no-shows
- organize referrals to other medical specialists
- dispatch lab work appropriately
- collect and receipt payments from patients at time of treatment
- inform patients of financial treatment plan options
- arrange payment schedule with patients
- prepare and mail billing statements
- prepare claim forms for dental insurance
- arrange supporting documents for insurance claims
- sort and distribute incoming and outgoing post
- monitor and maintain inventory of dental office supplies
- update patient education materials
- maintain a professional reception area
- safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality
Education and Experience
- general education degree or high school diploma
- knowledge of dental terminology, procedures and diagnosis
- knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
- knowledge of general administrative and clerical procedures
- working knowledge of dental insurance
Key Competencies and Skills
- communication skills
- information collection and management
- planning and organizing
- accuracy
- customer service skills
- team work
- initiative
- adaptability
- confidentiality
Job Type: Full-time
- Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Dental: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bunn, NC 27508: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location