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Dental Office Manager
Ortega Dental
Employment Type: Full-Time
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Dental Office Manager to join our team! This role is crucial to the smooth operation of our practice, ensuring both staff and patients receive top-tier support. Must have relevant experience, strong team skills, and be an expert in all things dental insurance. Above all else, a candidate must be ready to adapt to our existing team and office culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily operations of the dental office
- Verify insurance benefits and submit/manage claims
- Coordinate patient scheduling and ensure an exceptional patient experience
- Establish and uphold office policies and procedures
- Train and support team members to enhance efficiency and professionalism
- Handle difficult patient interactions with professionalism and care
- Develop office strategies to improve workflow and productivity
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience in dental office management or a similar role, including a strong background in dental insurance.
- Strong understanding of insurance verification and claims processing
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle challenging situations
- Strong listening and communication skills with both staff and patients
- Adaptable and solutions-oriented mindset
- Organizational and planning expertise
We will take our time to hire the right candidate and we are in no rush. We have very little turnover in team at our office. We want this hire to be with us for years to come.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a strong background in dental insurance (verification, eligibility, treatment planning, and benefits explanation)?
Experience:
- Dental office: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Jacksonville, FL 32210 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $28