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Children's Dental Care/Royal Oak Surgical Center

Dental Receptionist

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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

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Dental Receptionist Children's Dental Care/Royal Oak Surgical Center Dearborn, MI Job Details Full-time $18 - $20 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Free parking Paid training Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Paid sick time Qualifications Phone communication Dental receptionist Filing Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Organizational skills Faxing Full Job Description We are looking to hire a personable Dental Receptionist to ensure that dental patients' appointments are appropriately scheduled, rescheduled, or canceled, depending on the needs of the patients. The Dental Receptionist's responsibilities include entering patient information onto our data system, answering patients' questions, and arranging referrals to other dental specialists. To be successful as a Dental Receptionist, you should be able to organize and maintain patient waiting areas as well as front-desk areas. Ultimately, a top-performing Dental Receptionist will perform all duties in a manner that ensures the efficient running of the dental practice.
Dental Receptionist Responsibilities:
Greeting and welcoming patients to the practice. Scheduling, rescheduling, or canceling appointments as needed. Assisting patients to fill out information forms. Preparing patients' charts and daily schedules for the dental staff. Updating patient records and documenting recent treatments and procedures. Scheduling follow-up appointments and providing telephonic reminders. Communicating with medical insurance providers to determine if patients are required to make co-payments. Verifying methods of payment and collecting payments as needed. Performing general office duties, such as answering telephones, photocopying, filing, and faxing.
Dental Receptionist Requirements:
High school diploma or GED. Proven experience working in a dental office. Working knowledge of general administrative practices. Good telephone etiquette. Exceptional organizational skills. Excellent customer service skills
Pay:
$18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Free parking Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training
Work Location:
In person