Patient Care Coordinator

Overview

Summit Dental seeks a Patient Care Coordinator to serve as the first point of contact for our patients. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a professional demeanor, and strong administrative capabilities. As the Patient Coordinator, you will manage daily front desk operations, coordinate appointments, handle correspondence, and support office management functions to ensure a welcoming and efficient environment for our patients.

• $15 - $20 an hour based on experience

• Full-time
• 4 day work week

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) options

• Greet patients warmly and provide exceptional customer service at all times.
• Manage a multi-line phone system, directing calls accurately and professionally.
• Maintain an organized front desk area, including filing, data entry, and document proofreading for patient records.
• Schedule appointments and manage calendars using Dentrix dental software.
• Handle incoming and outgoing patient/Doctor correspondence via email, phone, fax, and postal mail with attention to detail.
• Support in Insurance Claim submittion and verification, preauthorizations, and Collection tasks, assisting with outstanding and Aging Reports .
• Coordinate office supplies, inventory control, and general administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Presenting dental treatment and financials to patients in detail with accuracy

• Proficiency in computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), and Dentrix Dental Software, preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent phone etiquette and customer service skills to handle inquiries professionally
• Bilingual abilities are highly desirable to serve diverse client needs effectively
• Experience with front desk operations in medical or dental offices is a plus; familiarity with Dental/Medical receptionist duties is beneficial
• Demonstrated ability to manage time efficiently while maintaining accuracy in data entry and filing tasks

Join our team as a Front Office Patient Coordinator to deliver outstanding administrative support that enhances operational efficiency and creates a welcoming atmosphere for all Patients and staff!