What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Receptionist position at Gentle Dentistry?
Looking for a full-time receptionist for our clinic in St. George. Hours will be Monday - Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Position will include, paid holidays and paid time off. Looking for someone with a great work ethic and a positive attitude.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Answer the telephone in a courteous and professional manner within 3 rings
- Schedule appointments according to desired schedule. Organize overflowing paper documents and distribute required information.
- Verify and maintain answering service schedule
- Respect and maintain the privacy and dignity of patient, and assure patient confidentiality at all times.
- Greeting patients when they enter the dental office.
- Explain necessary medical and insurance forms and gather those forms along with any insurance co-pays.
- Collect and deposit fees according to protocols, prepare and balance daily financial registers and submit all forms and fees to the billing department.
- Educate patients on office procedures and policies.
- Determine the financial status of patients and their eligibility for health services, assist patients in accurately completing appropriate forms and documents for the required information
- Enter patient demographics and information into the software for new patients, along with any verifying any changes for returning patients.
- Schedule, Fax, Scan all required documents for treatment of patient along with all necessary procedures
- Call and schedule necessary exams, labs, appointments with other facilities for proper coordination of care
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18