Oral Surgery Dental Patient Coordinator

Oral Surgery Dental Patient Coordinator Alabama Surgical Arts - 5.0 Montgomery, AL Job Details Full-time $15 - $20 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Filing Administrative experience Organizational skills Multi-line phone systems Dental clinic experience Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Oral Surgery Dental Patient Coordinator to join our dedicated team. In this vital role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for patients, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience from initial consultation through post-operative care. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help coordinate appointments, verify insurance coverage, and manage medical records efficiently. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced dental environment where exceptional patient service and administrative excellence are paramount. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems, and a passion for delivering outstanding care coordination. Duties Greet patients warmly upon arrival, ensuring a positive first impression and providing excellent front desk service Schedule and confirm appointments using dental practice management software such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix Familiar with insurances Collect payments and perform medical billing tasks, including CPT coding, ICD-10 coding, and documentation review for accuracy Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records within EMR systems while adhering to HIPAA regulations Assist with intake procedures by gathering medical histories, updating care plans, and explaining pre- and post-operative instructions Coordinate with clinical staff to ensure all necessary documentation is complete for procedures and follow-up care Manage multi-line phone systems with professionalism, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette and efficient scheduling skills Support office management tasks such as filing medical records, insurance verification, and maintaining clinic supplies Qualifications Proven experience in a dental or medical office environment with strong knowledge of dental terminology and medical administrative support Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, CPT coding, ICD-9/ICD-10 coding standards, and Medicare guidelines Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and typing accuracy (10-key typing) Strong organizational skills with the ability to review documentation thoroughly and manage multiple priorities efficiently Exceptional customer service skills paired with professional phone etiquette in handling patient inquiries Bilingual abilities are highly desirable to serve diverse patient populations effectively Dental clinic or office management experience is preferred; clinic experience in oral surgery is a plus Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail Join our team as an Oral Surgery Dental Patient Coordinator if you're passionate about providing top-tier patient care while supporting the smooth operation of our dental practice. We value energetic professionals who thrive on making a difference in patients' lives through exceptional service and administrative expertise.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person