Responsibilities:
- Greet and check-in patients in a friendly and professional manner
- Answer phone calls and schedule appointments
- Verify insurance information and collect co-pays
- Maintain patient records and update electronic medical records (EMR)
- Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, and scanning documents
- Coordinate referrals to other healthcare providers as needed
Requirements:
- Previous experience working as a receptionist in a dental or medical office preferred
- Familiarity with dental or medical terminology
- Proficient in using phone systems
- Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $19.00-$23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- Dental receptionist: 1 year (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4H3 (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4H3: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person