Front Desk - Dental (Georgetown, TX)

Company: Lone Star Circle of Care
Location: Georgetown
Posted on: May 31, 2021

Job Description:

Lone Star Circle of Care is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to providing high-quality health care to patients in Central Texas. We provide a healthcare home for the uninsured and underserved and proudly provide the opportunity for our team members to make a difference in our community every day.We offer you a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive salaries and a generous benefits package. Your benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 403 (b), paid time off and training and development.If you're interested in helping build a healthier community and improving the lives of others, we invite you to join our team and become part of our dynamic organization!Position Summary:Our Front Desk Staff members perform a variety of duties that are clerical in nature. Under general supervision, they exercise some discretion and make routine decisions based on existing guidelines. They frequently interact with Providers, Nurses, and Medical Assistants.Patient Support:Provides initial customer service to all patients including; but not limited to, greeting patients, scheduling and confirming patient appointments using a multi-line phone, performing data entry into the NextGen software system for patient information, and creating patient filesProvides conflict resolution and responds to patient grievancesCreates and maintains confidential patient files and records; files accordinglyFloat to other LSCC facilities as needed and requiredAll other duties as assignedPayment/Insurance ProcessingFacilitates patient check-in and check-out. Explain payment options, including sliding scale fees, Medicare, Medicaid and other forms of payment assistanceCollects and posts patient payments; prepare deposits and follow established cash handling proceduresCompletes patient intakes, income screenings, and conducts insurance verifications and authorizationsAIDET-LOC:Staff Members and Directors shall deal with patients, providers, colleagues, and other internal and external LSCC contacts honestly, professionally and with empathy, following the principles of AIDET (Skill at a Glance) and the Language of Caring Overview (Staff). Staff Members and Directors shall demonstrate honesty and integrity in all LSCC business activities and work schedulingFollowing the principles of AIDET and Language of Caring, Staff Members and Directors are expected to treat one another with respect and courtesy, understanding that each Staff Member and Director has special talents and capabilities necessary to fulfill LSCC’s Mission, Vision, and Values.Principles of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduction, Duration, Explanation and Thank You) at all times with patients, colleagues, visitors and leadershipThe Language of Caring skills are versatile life skills that enhance communication and strengthen relationships that apply to all of us, whether we serve patients and families directly, or we serve the people who do—our internal customers.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSE:High school diploma or GED Minimum of six (6) months of experience working in a professional administrative or related capacity PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSE:Prior medical office and/or healthcare setting experiencePrior customer support experience Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) Bilingual English/Spanish language skills

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