Front Office Assistant
Smile Sun City merges leading dental technology and a seasoned, caring team to provide adults, children, and seniors with exceptional dentistry in Sun City, AZ. We are a local dentist office with strong roots within our community. Every day, we strive to treat patients with kindness and keep them comfortable from beginning to end. We have the tools, skills, and knowledge to give you and your family your desired smiles.
Our dental front office associates are the heart of our practice they are the first and last impressions to be made on our patients. Our front office team plays an essential role in helping the operations of the office run smoothly and delivering best in class patient care. By joining our team, you will have :
- Work-Life Balance : (Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-2pm)
- Time Off : Up to 3 weeks PTO + 8 Paid Holidays (PTO rolls over!)
- Parental Leave : Up to 3 weeks paid
- 401(k) Match
- Health Benefits : Medical, dental, vision, HSA & FSA + earn up to $2,000 / year when selecting our quality care plans
- Employee Assistance Programs : Free 24 / 7 support for personal, financial & legal issues
- CE & Growth : SPEAR access + continuing education
- Wellness Perks : $28 / month gyms, 12K+ on-demand workouts when selecting our quality care plans
- Pet Insurance : Flexible plans + 24 / 7 telehealth for your pet
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain productive schedules for our doctors and hygienistsVerify insurance coverage and fee schedules while completing full insurance breakdowns for patientsComplete pre-authorizations and referrals as appropriate for patients; gather all necessary information for claim processingCoordinate financial agreements and consent forms for the patient's financial responsibility of dental treatmentAssist patients with understanding their treatment plan and increase dental case acceptanceAssist with patient check-in, registration, and maintain patient health and dental records with strong attention to detail and adherence to HIPAA Privacy PracticesEnsure efficient office operations, including distribution / response to mail, scheduling, answering and returning of phone calls, responding to patient billing inquiries, and direction of workflow as necessaryQualifications
Customer service experienceDental office experience (preferred)We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Working Environment & Physical Requirements
Working conditions include those typically seen in an office environment. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.