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Highland Ave Family Dentistry
Dental Receptionist
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What they do
A Medical Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, insurance and billing processes and medical records management. Works with physicians and other clinicians. May gather intake information from patients scheduled for appointments at an office.
$39,437 / year median in Michigan
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Dental Front Office
- Battle Creek, MI Supporting our front office as a Business Assistant , you'll be surrounded by camaraderie and partnership
- where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged!
About the role:
Greet and welcome patients as they enter the office to create a great first impression of our team Manage front office duties, including answering phones, checking office mail and email, communicating with patients and insurance companies Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and records Schedule and confirm appointments for multiple providers in the office File patient insurance claims and follow up on outstanding claims, verification of benefits and explanation of coverage Post insurance and patient payments and process accounts receivables Review treatment plan fees and payment options with patients Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems to optimize office potential Minimum Qualifications Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment Excellent communication and organizational skills The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards. Required Experience 1+ years of experience in a dental setting 1+ years of experience with dental insurance billing and accounts receivable Dentrix or other dental software experiencePhysical Requirements:
Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients,a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in state of FL & TN. About Highland Avenue Family Dentistry Highland Avenue, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Located near the corner of Highland Ave and Fairfield Ave Monday- Thurs 7:30am
- 5:00pm and Fridays 10am
- 2pm Work in a fast paced, goal oriented environment with a welcoming atmosphere Why Heartland Dental?
Benefits:
Medical, prescription drug and vision insurance Free dental services for yourself and your dependents minus lab fees Life and disability insurance Monthly and Quarterly bonus opportunities 401(K) retirement plan 6 paid holidays and paid time off starting after 90 days Continuing education provided and endless growth opportunities Heartland Dental was recently recognized by Newsweek for two awards: America's Greatest Workplaces and America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. These prestigious honors come after the organization was reviewed among 1.5 million large and mid-sized companies in a nationwide study and achieved a 5-star rating for both awards.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$16.00- $20.