What are the responsibilities and job description for the Treatment Coordinator / Dental Receptionist position at Dental Associates of CT?
Description
At Manchester Family Dental, an office within Dental Associates of Connecticut, our mission is to provide quality dental and personal care to all our patients in a relaxed and comfortable environment in which patients feel welcomed, accepted, secure, and confident in the care that they are receiving. We believe that satisfying all of our patients is our most important goal. Our network of high-standard professionals provides exceptional care to our patients throughout Connecticut!
Currently, we're in search of a highly motivated Treatment Coordinator / Dental Receptionist to join our team in our Manchester location. Candidate should have a strong work ethic, be a team player, and possess the ability to multitask.
The Treatment Coordinator is a liaison between the doctor and the patient. They assist in the gathering of information in the new patient experience as well as coordinating a treatment plan with the doctor and presenting it to patients. They are knowledgeable about the treatment and timelines, the doctor’s schedule, and they are prepared to negotiate financial arrangements with the clients. The Treatment Coordinator provides a calm and warm environment for patients who are otherwise anxious and concerned about how to afford dentistry. They also coordinate, as needed, with other offices who share in the care of patients, making sure referrals and correspondence are received and followed up on.
Specific job responsibilities of the Treatment Coordinator include but are not limited to:
- Greet & check in patients
- Handle heavy phone volume
- Schedule appointments for doctors & hygienists
- Act as a liaison between patients & doctors
- Enter patient treatment plans
- Discuss treatment needs with patients & make financial arrangements
- Estimate, collect, & post patient payments
- Follow up on patients with unscheduled treatment needed
- General office duties (printing/faxing/computer data entry, etc.)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Dental reception experience (1-3 years required)
- Excellent computer skills
- Superior customer service skills
- Willingness to learn & grow
- Ability to reliably commute to the office location in Manchester, CT
- A desire to become part of our family-oriented team & support our mission to deliver the best patient experience possible!
Preferred Qualities:
- Dentrix Software Experience
