What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthodontic Coordinator position at Just 4 Kids Pediatric Dentistry & Sedation?
About us
Just 4 Kids Pediatric Dentistry is a successful pediatric practice dedicated to providing quality care to our patients. We are seeking an Orthodontic Coordinator to complete our team. We work together daily to provide a quality experience for everyone who walks through our door. We maintain a fun work environment and enjoy each other's company while providing a comfortable atmosphere for our patients.
We are seeking someone who is friendly, energetic, dependable, detail oriented, and has excellent communication skills. The Orthodontic Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring efficient patient care and streamlining patient treatment.
We require someone with at least 2 years of orthodontic experience. This position does require a high level of coordination, attention to detail, task management and communication skills. Being bi-lingual in English & Spanish is also a plus. The hours are generally Monday through Thursday from 7:45 am to 5:00 pm. Compensation will be based on experience.
If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role in the dental industry, we encourage you to apply and look forward to meeting you!
Duties:
- Coordinate and manage patient orthodontic & hygiene appointments
- Assist with patient assessment and orthodontic documentation
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date dental records
- Utilize Dentrix, Dolphin & Excel software for patient management and record keeping
- Assist with capturing 3D scans using Itero & taking intra-oral photos
- Submit orthodontic claims & pre-authorizations
-Verify orthodontic insurance benefits
-Account billing & collecting patient co-payments
-Coordinate with dental labs & submitting lab cases
-Patient consultations, including explaining treatment plans & financial estimates
Requirements:
- Proficiency in using Dentrix & Dolphin software or similar electronic health record systems -Proficiency in using Excel for tracking purposes -Proficiency using an an Itero scanner & taking intra-oral photographs
- Knowledge of orthodontic dental coding and billing procedures
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining dental records
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients
- Experience working in a pediatric healthcare setting is preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Dental office: 2 years (Required)
- Orthodontic billing: 2 years (Preferred)
- Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
- Orthodontic: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20
