A Dental Secretary is hired to handle the clerical and administrative tasks in the dental office. Day-to-day duties are listed on the Dental Secretary Resume as – taking phone calls, greeting patients, scheduling appointments, collecting data patient, preparing invoices, answering inquiries, scheduling and canceling appointments as needed, preparing patient charts, updating patient records, scheduling follow-up appointments, communicating with medical insurance providers, verifying methods of payment and collecting payments, and performing general office duties such as answering telephones, and filling.
To ensure success in this field, the following skills are needed – proven work experience, sound knowledge of dental terminology; proficiency in dental practice management software; working knowledge of general administrative practices, and good telephone etiquette. A high school diploma is mandatory, however, possessing a medical administration qualification is preferred and enhances job prospects.
Pulled patient charts and obtained medical charts.
Monitored daily work schedules for missed appointments & patient cancellations to assure Open time.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associate's In Pre Health Science
Dental Secretary Resume
Objective : Medical/Dental Secretary Representative with experience working in professional office environments. An efficient worker with the ability to work independently as well as in a group setting. A dedicated professional who has demonstrated excellent written, communication, and analytical skills.
Maintained schedules for four Dentists and 4 Dental hygienists.
Prepared and presented treatment plans and payment schedules.
Insurance verification.
Prepared and submitted insurance claims.
Collected on past due accounts.
Multi-line telephone system.
Received incoming patients and telephone calls.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Certificate In Dental Assisting And Dental Radiology
Dental Secretary Resume
Headline : Looking to obtain a professional position within a growing and successful business with the opportunity to further expand skills and knowledge and to be a part of a great team.
Answered incoming calls in a courteous and timely matter, booking appointments for patients.
Taken messages for all providers and assistants.
Performed reception functions greeting patients in a professional way, courteous helpful manner.
Updated verifies registration date, insurance information, and issue encounter label all in a timely matter with a focus on customer service.
Performed cashier function for payments and co-payments for clients.
Reviewed patient financial status Skills Used using my bilingual languages in English and Spanish and also my customer service.
Scheduled appointments, billed, answered phones.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
HS Diploma In General Studies
Dental Secretary Resume
Objective : Seeking a position in a company where one could put knowledge into practice and utilize skills and rich experience for the benefit of the employer while achieving self-growth.
Responsible for scheduling appointments and answering telephones.
Performed basic clerical duties, e.g.filing, typing, copying, etc.
Verified insurance for patients Skilled in the documentation and maintaining patient records.
Responsible for compiling, billing, and filing insurance forms.
Contacted insurance companies about any arising problems.
Made appointments for patients and answer any questions or concerns.
Cleaned all dental equipment and maintained office appearance.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Associates Of Arts In Social & Behavioral Sciences
Dental Secretary Resume
Objective : Proficiency in patient care, various computer programs, and a firm understanding of medical support and clerical functions. Supportive individual, who readily adapts to the needs of the staff and customers, works independently and exceeds expectations. Able to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Skills : EMR, AllScripts, Dentrix, Word.
Description :
Knowledged of Dental and Medical Codes.
Responsible for travel request and equipment request.
Monthly reported and performance improvements, minutes.
Knowledged in scheduling, insurance processing and answering telephones.
Processed claims for Non-VA Claims.
Served as primary point of contact at the front desk and on the phone.
Managed all insurance: generating claims, solving disputes, applying payments, answering patient questions about policies.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Certificate In Medical Assistance
Dental Secretary Resume
Summary : Looking to pursue a career in Speech-Language Pathology and ultimately aid and assist individuals with speech, language, and swallowing problems.
Skills : CPR Certified, Beginner Spanish, Conversational Arabic, Microsoft PowerPoint.
Description :
Answered telephones and direct calls to appropriate staff.
Greeted visitors, ascertain the purpose of the visit, and direct them to appropriate staff.
Responsible for handling outgoing and incoming emails and correspondence.
Assisted Dentists and staff with business activities for a productive outcome.
Handled incoming patients and scheduled them for their next appointment upon leaving.
Answered incoming phone calls and took care of their requests.
Verified insurance, answer phones, schedule appointments, check patients in and out of the office, update dental insurance in patient files and G-Notes.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MA In Speech Language Pathology
Dental Secretary Resume
Objective : Dental Secretary is responsible for basic administrative duties of the dental office, including scheduling appointments and filing necessary paperwork.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Customer Service.
Description :
Scheduled answering phones, greeting patients, collecting payments, data entry, verify the eligibility of benefits, collections, request pre-approval.
Worked with a very transient clientele to keep their appointments and explained the importance of good dental health.
Assisted the dentist with surgical and other procedures.
Answered phones, scheduling appointments, billing and receiving, filing insurances, filing, payroll, bookkeeping, and chairside assisting.
Maintained an appointment scheduling system.
Verified eligibility benefits.
Billed charges to patients and insurance companies and processed cash/credit and insurance check payments.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Certificate In Medical Assistant
Dental Secretary Resume
Objective : Highly qualified Dental Secretary with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Skills : Quick Learner, Result Oriented.
Description :
Completed Internship successfully and was hired permanently.
Demonstrated proficiency in taking patient medical histories and patient education.
In charged of Dental claims and financial transactions.
Provided customer service and served as an interpreter.
Conducted patient interview.
Handled all phone calls, scheduled paitents, called paitents and set up appointments, opened and closed.
Responsible for all front office functions including patient relations and patient registration.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BA In Psychology
Dental Secretary Resume
Objective : Dental Secretary will be responsible for scheduling and coordinating all dental appointments. The Dental Secretary will also be responsible for answering the phones, greeting patients, and maintaining a professional and friendly demeanor.
Completed filing and patient charting/record keeping.
Assisted the dentist with invasive procedures.
Politely answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments.
Alerted other staff when patients arrived and prepared records for the dentist.
In charged of Dental claims and financial transactions.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Certificate in Medical Assistant
Dental Secretary Resume
Objective : Dental Secretary is responsible for answering telephones, taking messages, and scheduling appointments for the dentist. Answer the telephone, take messages, and schedule appointments for patients.
Skills : Coordinating, Planning, Managing, Strong Leadership, Team Player.
Description :
Created referral templates when referring patients to other Dental Specialists.
Information collected included personal information and dental.
Scanned charts one page at a time by finding a rhythm.
Worked, often doing about 15 or 20 charts a day.
Made calls to track the status.
Submitted claims for completed treatment as well as pre-authorizations for the proposed treatment.
Implemented more efficient, production filing systems.
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