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Carolina Family Health Centers, Inc.

Front Office Associate I - Dental - Carolina Family Dental Center

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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.

$40,369 / year median in North Carolina

+12% projected growth

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Come join our "Family" and be part of providing healthcare In the Community…For the Community. Carolina Family Health Centers, Inc. provides accessible and affordable health care with excellence…where patients come first. Regardless of an individual's ability to pay or their insurance status, we believe that
EVERYONE
deserves access to quality health care. As a nonprofit, federally qualified health center (FQHC), we strive to meet the needs of our community and breakdown barriers that prevent individuals from seeking health care. Our service offering includes primary medical care, behavioral health, pharmacy and dental services in an integrated model that provides a comprehensive approach to care for our patients. Position Overview Front Office Associates I - Dental at our Carolina Family Dental Center location in Elm City, NC interact with patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner in person or by phone. They also serve the patient and the Center by providing scheduling, reception, registration and exit services.
THIS POSITION OFFERS A 40-HOUR WORKWEEK, NO WEEKENDS, FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE, 12 PAID HOLIDAYS, BI-WEEKLY PAY.
Essential Tasks Check patients in and out for appointments, including walk-in patients, and consult with medical staff regarding chief complaints. Answer incoming calls, transfer calls appropriately, check messages and return calls as needed. Schedule and reschedule patient appointments over the phone and in person. Open office at start of business day and close at the end of business day. Register new patients and scan all documents into the electronic health record. Collect various methods of payment and apply payments to patient balances. Experience and Education High school diploma or GED. Minimum two years of experience in a similar environment. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus. Basic computer skills High level of professionalism and interpersonal communication skills. Familiarity with medical terminology is preferred, but not required. Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 am - 5 pm Thursday, 8 am - 7 pm 8-hour shift Day shift Physical Requirements Potential sitting or standing for long periods of time, occasional bending, stooping, lifting including of patients, reaching forward and overhead. Proper lifting techniques required. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Frequent computer work required. Must be able to travel freely in the local area; between clinics, hospitals, health departments, etc. Benefits 401(k) and match AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Holidays Vision Insurance Job Type Full-Time License/Certification None Base Pay Overview The starting pay for this position is $13.25 hourly. Please keep in mind that actual salary will vary based on various factors such as qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.