Dental Front Office Job in Austin, Texas

(Job ID: 517383)

Share with a friend:

Description

Blue Sky Family Dentistry is currently looking to add a Dental Front Office Professional to join our team! Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM Blue Sky Family Dentistry was built with a passion for providing exceptional dental care and the best possible experience for each and every patient. It’s about more than a great dental experience; it’s about building trust and relationships. We understand that many of our patients feel anxious about seeing the dentist, so we are looking for team players who genuinely have our patients' best interests at heart. We want all of our patients to have a positive experience when they visit the dentist, and this begins with the front desk. As one of our Front Office Patient Care Coordinators, having experience in the dental field is essential as it will help you navigate the questions and concerns that many of our patients have regarding their treatment needs. The right candidate will be upbeat, very detail-oriented, self-motivated, compassionate, an excellent communicator (both verbally and in writing), and have a basic understanding of dental terminology and scheduling. You must be able to put patients first and be willing to discuss their treatment needs without judgment. The front desk staff are the first people our patients meet, so having the right attitude every day is critical. You must be able to: Consistently strive to create a lasting impression and grow patient relationships. This is, first and foremost, the most important part of the job. Answer phones, register new patients, and schedule existing patients. Register patients in the practice management software and ensure all patient forms are filled out properly. Assist the office manager as needed to ensure efficient office workflow. Check patients in and out, maintain and manage the appointment schedule, and schedule patients according to office guidelines. Take credit card, cash, or check payments, and input dental insurance payments into the practice management software. Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, be systematic, and follow through on patient treatment plans. We take a comprehensive approach to dentistry and strongly believe that good dentistry can improve a patient’s quality of life and reduce future treatment needs. The better you can communicate this to our patients, the better their experience will be. Required Skills: Excellent communication skills and genuine compassion for all patients. Knowledge of dental insurance to help patients use and understand their benefits. Positive attitude and enthusiasm for the positive effects of good dentistry on patients’ lives. Ability to think on your feet, adapt quickly, and respond to various patient questions and concerns. Preferred Experience: Previous experience at a dental office front desk or as a dental office administrative assistant is a big plus. Willingness to learn and practice answering clinical questions for a range of treatment needs, such as orthodontics, implants, and full reconstructive dentistry. Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent. 6+ months of dental front office experience (recommended but not required). Experience with digital practice management software (a plus but not required). Familiarity with general dental terminology. Benefits: Medical insurance. Vision insurance. Paid sick leave. Paid vacation. Paid holidays. Free dental care for employees (excluding lab fees). We are currently working on a bonus system! Privately owned practice. If you are interested in this position, please apply. If you are concerned about your level of experience, message us, and we can schedule a time to chat. We look forward to meeting you!