What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Receptionist position at Madison Dental?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and organized Dental Receptionist to join our dental clinic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the front desk operations, providing exceptional customer service to patients, and ensuring the smooth flow of daily activities within the clinic. This role requires proficiency in various administrative tasks, including appointment scheduling, insurance verification, and effective communication with both patients and dental staff.
Duties
- Greet patients warmly and manage the check-in and check-out process.
- Schedule and confirm appointments using computerized systems.
- Perform insurance verification to ensure coverage for dental services.
- Maintain patient records accurately and securely, utilizing software such as Athenahealth or eClinicalWorks.
- Handle phone systems efficiently, addressing inquiries and directing calls as necessary.
- Assist with medical billing processes to ensure timely payment for services rendered.
- Manage correspondence and maintain a clean, organized reception area.
- Support dental staff with administrative tasks as needed to enhance patient care.
Skills
- Experience working in a dental clinic or as a medical receptionist is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in computerized systems for scheduling and record management.
- Strong understanding of insurance verification processes.
- Familiarity with medical billing practices is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to operate phone systems effectively.
- Competence in 10 key typing for accurate data entry.
- A friendly demeanor with strong customer service skills.
Join our team as a Dental Receptionist and contribute to providing excellent care in a welcoming environment!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Albany, NY 12208 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Albany, NY 12208: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20