Front Office Assistant
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Responsibilities
- Build and maintain productive schedules for our doctors and hygienists
- Verify insurance coverage and fee schedules while completing full insurance breakdowns for patients
- Complete pre-authorizations and referrals as appropriate for patients; gather all necessary information for claim processing
- Coordinate financial agreements and consent forms for the patient's financial responsibility of dental treatment
- Assist patients with understanding their treatment plan and increase dental case acceptance
- Assist with patient check-in, registration, and maintain patient health and dental records with strong attention to detail and adherence to HIPAA Privacy Practices
- Ensure efficient office operations, including distribution/response to mail, scheduling, answering and returning of phone calls, responding to patient billing inquiries, and direction of workflow as necessary
Requirements
- Customer service experience
- Dental office experienced (preferred)
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- Working Environment & Physical Requirements
- Working conditions include those typically seen in an office environment. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Benefits
Additional Information
Kzoo Family Dental has been serving Kalamazoo for over 20 years, providing comprehensive dental care for children and families. The team delivers general, emergency, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry in a safe, comfortable, and patient-focused environment. By combining advanced dental techniques with a hometown mindset, staff members help patients achieve healthy, confident smiles. Team members collaborate to provide high-quality, innovative care while prioritizing patient comfort and convenience. The practice emphasizes professional growth, teamwork, and using the latest technology to ensure every patient receives exceptional treatment. To learn more about our office, check out our website here: https://www.kzoofamilydental.com/ Our dental front office associates are the heart of our practice - they are the first and last impressions to be made on our patients. Our front office team plays an essential role in helping the operations of the office run smoothly and delivering best in class patient care. By joining our team, you will have: By joining our team, you will have: Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) Retirement Plan Health and Vision Insurance Employer-Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Care.com Membership & Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident) Paid Scrub Allowance Career Growth and Development Opportunities Compensation Range: $22-24/hr based on experience Work Schedule: Monday 7:30-5:00 Tuesday 7:30-5:00 Wednesday 7:30-5:00 Thursday 7:30-3:00
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