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_Dental Receptionist
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**About us**

Dynamic Practice in a great location (Next to Starbucks/Chipotle & Adjacent to Stew Leonards) is looking for a Dental Office Receptionist. FRONT OFFICE DENTAL EXPERIENCE IS ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED

Required:

- Optimistic attitude. Strong proficiency with computers and office automation technology. - Able to follow instructions and take direction from business leaders and doctors. - Pays careful attention to detail. Reliable and dependable. Able to get to work on time every time. - Able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing). - Works well with others. - Able to pass a background check. - Drug-free (able to pass an entry-level drug test). Prior healthcare experience (preferred).

Job Title**:Receptionist / Front Desk Coordinator / Insurance / Accounts Receivable (Full Time) Classification**: Nonexempt, Regular, "At Will" Work Status Reports To**:Practice Dentist and Office Manager, as assigned Location: Newington CT Position Summary**: A new state of the art practice is looking for a Receptionist / Front Desk Coordinator / Insurance / Accounts Receivable to work Under Direct and Indirect Supervision, Answer inquiries and obtain information for general public, patients, visitors, and other interested parties. Provide information to callers; Perform routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files.

Essential Functions**:Operate telephone switchboard to answer, screen and forward calls, providing information, taking messages and scheduling appointments.** Greet visitors and callers, handle their inquiries and direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs. **Learn to operate new office technologies as they are developed and implemented.** Memorize and use scripts effectively both over the phone and in person. **File and maintain records.** Collect, sort, distribute and prepare mail, messages and courier deliveries. **Input data into a computer by typing at least _ WPM with mínimal errors.** Provide information about the Practice, such as location of offices, employees within the organization, or services provided. **Transmit information or documents to patients, using computer, mail, or facsimile machine.** Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner. **Maintain regular attendance and adhere to assigned work schedule and office policies.** Must be able to handle multiple deadlines and task assignments comfortably and efficiently. **Ability to work late during the week and weekends** Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settings. **Occasionally there may be some travel, by car or plane, required in order for you to participate in continuing education or seminars.** Verify, file and follow-up on insurance claims. **Collect payments from the patient.** Mail statements to patients. **Make financial arrangements for patients.** Close out the day, month and year. **Handle cash, check and credit cards.** Arrange for 3rd party financing, when necessary, for patients. **Collect what the practice produces.** Make collection calls on past-due accounts. **Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically.** Must have a CAN DO attitude

**Green Meadow Dental provided the following inclusive hiring information**:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

**Schedule: Monday through Friday 9:00am-5:00pm**

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person