Dental Receptionist
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic · Portland, OR · 1 wk ago
Administrative$19.91–$24.38/hrFull-time
Position Highlights
- 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
- $19.91-$24.38/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
- Additional pay for bilingual skills, paid on hours worked
- 100% employer-paid health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
- Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
- Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!
What You’ll Do
- Greet and assist patients, answer phones, route calls, and respond to inquiries in person and via electronic systems
- Register new patients, update demographics, and maintain accurate and confidential patient records
- Schedule, cancel, and adjust dental appointments in accordance with clinic guidelines
- Verify insurance eligibility, collect required documentation, and assist patients with insurance-related questions
- Perform front-office billing activities, including collecting payments, posting charges, and daily cash reconciliation
- Support patient care by managing referrals, recalls, treatment plan estimates, and upfront fee collection
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- One year's experience in a clinic, optometry or dental office preferred
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred at a level 9
- Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
- Basic proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellent customer service
- Basic knowledge of medical or dental terminology