Dental Scheduling Coordinator
West Wind Dental - Portage, MI, US
Job Description
Dental Patient Services & Scheduling Coordinator needed in Portage, MI!
We are looking for an experienced Patient Services & Scheduling Coordinator to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality customer service to our patients. The Patient Services & Scheduling Coordinator communicates with patients regarding their treatment plans and with insurance companies regarding claims and pre-authorizations. You will also be responsible for checking patients out for appointments, scheduling, collecting payments, answering phones, managing referrals and our automated communication systems.
Schedule: Full-time, Mondays through Thursdays
- Mondays and Wednesdays: 7:00 AM to 4:50 PM (closed 12:00–1:00 PM for lunch)
- Tuesdays and Thursdays: 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive pay, based on experience
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Complimentary dental care for employees and discounts for family members
- Supportive office culture that values team input
- Paid continuing education
- 401(k) with employer contribution
Essential Duties:
- Deliver excellent patient customer service and support a strong team environment
- Commit to professional and personal growth
- Demonstrate a high standard of performance in all duties
- Problem-solve independently and collaborate effectively
- Show empathy and build trust with patients and teammates
- Check patients out for appointments
- Register new patients, correctly inputting demographic and insurance information
- Send claims to insurance companies with needed documentation and images
- Schedule appointments and educate patients on the financial and time commitments involved in the treatment
- Answer phone calls and respond to patient texts and emails
- Process patient payments
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Maintain professionalism and top-notch customer service in a fast-paced setting
- Knowledge of HIPAA standards and safety procedures
- Proficient with dental software (Eaglesoft preferred) and Microsoft Office
- Ability to answer patient questions regarding their treatment plans-the procedures planned, timeline and costs associated with the plan
- Strong organization skills, time management, and communication skills
- Ability to accept feedback and follow instructions
Licenses and Certifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- Minimum of one-year relevant dental experience required, 2+ years preferred
If you're ready to grow in a positive, team-focused environment and make a difference in patient health, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- Dental, 401k, PTO, Bonuses