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SOUTHWEST ORAL SURGERY
Dental Office Receptionist/Treatment Coordinator
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$41,126 / year median in Utah
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Looking for a part-time front desk/dental treatment coordinator with a possibility of moving to full-time for our oral surgery practice in Cedar City. Looking for someone with a great work ethic and a positive attitude. Responsibilities and Duties Answer the telephone in a courteous and professional manner within 3 rings Schedule appointments according to desired schedule. Verify and maintain answering service schedule Respect and maintain the privacy and dignity of patient, and assure patient confidentiality at all times. Greeting patients when they enter the office. Explain necessary dental and insurance forms and gather those forms along with any insurance co-pays. Collect and deposit fees according to protocols, prepare and balance daily financial registers and submit all forms and fees to the billing department. Educate patients on office procedures and policies. Determine the financial status of patients and their eligibility for health services, assist patients in accurately completing appropriate forms and documents for the required information Enter patient demographics and information into the software for new patients, along with any verifying any changes for returning patients. Schedule, Fax, Scan all required documents for treatment of patient along with all necessary procedures Call and schedule necessary exams, labs, appointments with other facilities for proper coordination of care Assisting patients post-surgery with recovery from anesthesia Coordinating treatment plans for wisdom tooth extractions and implants.