Dental Receptionist Job at Mitola Family Dentistry, Cohoes, NY

  • Mitola Family Dentistry
  • Cohoes, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Dental Receptionist serves as a key liaison between patients, dental providers, and insurance companies. This role ensures smooth patient flow, accurate insurance processing, and a positive patient experience from check-in through treatment completion.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care Coordination

Greet and assist patients with a friendly, professional demeanor

Schedule and confirm appointments

Explain treatment plans and financial options clearly to patients

Coordinate follow-up care and referrals

Ensure patient records are accurate and up to date

Verify dental insurance eligibility and benefits

Submit and track insurance claims

Obtain pre-authorizations and predeterminations

Explain coverage, co-pays, deductibles, and out-of-pocket costs

Resolve claim denials and payment discrepancies

Collect co-pays and payments

Maintain accurate billing and patient account records

Communicate with insurance carriers regarding claims and reimbursements

Required Skills & Qualifications

Experience in a dental office (preferred)

Knowledge of dental insurance plans

Familiarity with dental software Eaglesoft (preferred)

Strong communication and customer service skills

Attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to handle sensitive patient information (HIPAA compliance)

Must be computer-savvy and comfortable learning new software

Ideal Candidate Traits

  • Compassionate and patient-focused
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Team-oriented with a positive attitude

Schedule

Monday 7:45 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday 7:45 am- 5:00 pm

Wednesday 7:45 am- 5:00 pm

Thursday 7:45 am- 5:00 pm

Friday 7:45 am- 1:00 pm

35-40 Hours

Job Tags

Work at office

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