What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Receptionist / Dental Assistant position at Dr. Paul A. Diercks, DDS?
We are a small family owned business looking for applicants who are friendly, self-motivated, well organized, detailed-oriented, with great communication skills and commitment to extend quality of patient care. Must be able to work independently. Experience with Dentrix Ascend (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Greet patients upon check in and making sure to arrange future dental needs upon checkout.
- Answer phones to make appointments and to help patients with billing and insurance questions.
- Check insurance benefits and eligibility
- Perform basic dental bookkeeping tasks
- Assist patients with financial arrangements and collections
- Capable of sterilizing equipment and assisting the doctor with cleanup after each patient.
Skills
- Should be able to multitask in a fast-paced office environment
- Comfortable managing both administrative and clinical support tasks
- Must possess good verbal and written communication skills
- Should be a "people person", with ability to handle patients in an enthusiastic, courteous, and compassionate manner
- Must have the ability to pay attention to detail and follow-up on all assignments
- Must be professional in performance, appearance, and attitude at all times
- Must be able to work independently
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Dental office: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $32