Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Dental Office Coordinator & Patient Care Consultant, where your energy and organizational skills will drive exceptional patient experiences and smooth practice operations. In this vital role, you will serve as the central point of contact for patients, staff, and providers, ensuring efficient clinic management and outstanding patient care. Your expertise in medical office management, dental practice workflows, and healthcare systems will empower you to coordinate schedules, manage medical records, and facilitate seamless communication across all departments. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering top-tier healthcare support, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Duties
- Oversee daily administrative operations within the dental clinic, including appointment scheduling, patient check-in/out, and billing processes.
- Coordinate with dental providers and staff to ensure efficient patient flow and optimal utilization of clinic resources.
- Manage electronic health records (EHR) systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or eClinicalWorks to maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assist patients with insurance verification, financial counseling, and payment processing while explaining treatment plans clearly.
- Supervise office staff and medical administrative support personnel to promote a collaborative team environment.
- Monitor clinic budgets, perform fiscal management tasks including budgeting and financial management to optimize practice profitability.
- Ensure adherence to healthcare regulations such as JCAHO standards, HIPAA privacy rules, and managed care protocols.
- Facilitate communication between patients, providers, insurance companies, and external healthcare entities to streamline care delivery.
Skills
- Proven experience in medical office management within a dental or healthcare setting; familiarity with dental clinic workflows highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of EMR/EHR systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Epic or eClinicalWorks; ability to navigate complex software efficiently.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a busy clinical environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Effective supervisory skills to lead office staff and foster a positive team atmosphere.
- Deep understanding of medical terminology, medical records management, and healthcare compliance standards including HIPAA.
- Experience in fiscal management including budgeting, financial analysis, and revenue cycle management.
- Strong communication skills for patient interactions, staff coordination, and external stakeholder engagement.
- Background in nursing or acute care experience is advantageous; veterinary or hospital experience can also be relevant for cross-disciplinary insights. Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication enhances patient outcomes and operational excellence!
Pay: $16.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Language:
- Spanish and English (Required)
Location:
- Bradenton, FL 34207 (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person
