Front Desk Associate

RICHMOND ADAPTIVE DENTAL CARE PLLC

Front Desk Associate

Richmond, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Free food & snacks

    Employee discounts

    401(k) matching

    Company parties

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    The Front Desk Coordinator ensures smooth daily operations by managing patient communication, scheduling, financial coordination, and administrative support to maintain an efficient and welcoming dental practice. . Key Responsibilities Patient Check‑In/Out — Greet patients, verify information, update records, and manage end‑of‑visit procedures. Appointment Scheduling — Manage calendars, confirm appointments, handle cancellations, and optimize provider schedules. Insurance Verification — Confirm eligibility, benefits, frequencies, and pre‑authorizations. Financial Coordination — Present treatment plans, collect payments, explain balances, and process claims. Phone & Communication Management — Answer calls, respond to messages, and maintain professional communication. Record Management — Maintain accurate patient records and ensure HIPAA compliance. Office Support — Assist with daily administrative tasks, reports, and office organization.

    . Required Skills & Qualifications Customer Service Skills — Friendly, professional, patient‑focused. Dental Software Knowledge — Experience with Dentrix, Eaglesoft, OpenDental, or similar. Insurance Understanding — PPO, HMO, Medicaid, pre‑auths, frequencies, limitations. Communication Skills — Clear verbal and written communication. Multitasking — Ability to manage phones, patients, and admin tasks simultaneously. HIPAA Knowledge — Protect patient privacy and follow compliance rules. Basic Accounting — Payment posting, balancing, and financial accuracy.

    Preferred Experience 1–2 years in a dental office or medical front desk Familiarity with treatment planning, insurance breakdowns, and claim follow‑up Bilingual skills -Fluent in English and Spanish

    Personal Qualities Warm, welcoming, and patient‑focused Detail‑oriented and organized Calm under pressure Team‑oriented Problem‑solver with a positive attitude