Patient Care Coordinator

Patient Care Coordinator Mission Viejo, CA Job Details $20 - $23 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Patient flow optimization Insurance verification Achieving HIPAA compliance Medical office experience Greeting customers HIPAA Medical scheduling Dental terminology Financial record maintenance Dental office experience Patient interaction 1 year Care coordination Communication skills Entry level

Full Job Description Overview:

Bright Now! Dental, supported by Smile Brands, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) to join our Mission Viejo team. The PCC plays a critical role in delivering an exceptional patient experience by serving as the primary point of contact for patients, managing front office operations, and ensuring smooth communication between patients and the clinical team. Schedule (days/hours): 8-5 9-6 Saturdays required

Responsibilities:

Greet and check in patients with professionalism and warmth, ensuring a positive first impression Manage appointment scheduling, confirmations, and patient flow efficiently Verify insurance coverage, process patient information, and explain benefits clearly Collect co-payments, balances, and maintain accurate financial records Present treatment plans and discuss financial options with patients Coordinate communication between dentists, hygienists, and patients Maintain compliance with HIPAA and company policies Support office production goals by promoting treatment acceptance and patient retention Handle patient concerns and provide excellent customer service at all times

Qualifications:

At least one year related experience Knowledge of dental terminology Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in a dental or medical office setting

Compensation:

$20-$23/hour

About:

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off ("PTO"), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan. Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site. Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at