Job ID361038 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyLR-Health Care NonProfessional Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code5001 Employee ClassAFSCME Unit 4 - Health Care About the Job The University of Minnesota Orthodontics Clinic is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their front desk scheduling team! This is a full time position with great benefits! The Front Desk Representative will serve as the first point of contact for patients and their parents/families/representatives coming in for care at the orthodontic clinic at the School of Dentistry. This person will greet, check-in, obtain paperwork and payments, and coordinate all other duties associated with receiving patients. Hourly range for this position is $20.80-$25.99 Hours of work are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Customer Service: Care for each Patient, Student, Faculty, and Staff, as they would like to be cared for by: Putting the patient first at every opportunity Listening to understand each patient Showing concern for each patient Acting individually and with others to meet each patient's needs Handling stressful situations with respect, concern, and in the appropriate manner to resolve the situation Greeting patients, students, staff, faculty and the general public in a pleasant manner Determining the nature and purpose of the visit and directing them to the specific destinations Check-in Check in patients in an accurate and professional manner Identify and accurately collect co-pays or appropriate fees Familiarize with insurance claims Use computer-based systems to verify patient information Understand and communicate benefit changes to members, or refer to appropriate resource Communicate wait times in a diplomatic manner Direct patients to the appropriate care area Provide patients with appropriate forms, questionnaires, etc. Follows proper cash handling policies and procedures outlined by U of M. Collect fees from patients; calculate and give correct change, process payments received Review demographic and insurance information, HIPAA compliance, etc. Appointment Scheduling Communicate provider and clinic availability in a professional manner Schedule appointments in an accurate and timely fashion using computer system Maintain knowledge of appointment scheduling practices, policies and procedures Registration and Verification Complete the registration process including review of the registration information for completeness and accuracy. Obtain further information, if necessary Verify insurance eligibility, if necessary Enter patient data in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner Communication/Administration Facilitate timely and accurate flow of communication between the clinic and scheduling coordinators Answer telephone and respond appropriately to the caller depending on the caller's needs Take and relay messages requiring follow-up to appropriate individuals Prepare records and materials for new patient appointments Assist with the clerical duties of the clinic, e.g., scanning, making copies, etc. Schedule new patients and order interpreters when needed Coordinate emergency schedule changes Student/Patient Coordination Provide scheduling and administrative support to students and residents of the dental school Process appointment requests and patient/student transfers in a timely manner. Communicate clinic and scheduling policies in a diplomatic manner Qualifications All required qualifications must be documented on application materials REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Business college, office skills training, university level education, clerical experience involving contact with the public, or a combination of the above totaling four years. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing; in clear, understandable English. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills, attention to detail and thrives in a busy environment with many interruptions PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience s a receptionist or experience in a customer service position with both over the phone and in person communication with a diverse patient or customer base. Experience using Edge to schedule patients electronically. Experience with validating insurance information, prior authorizations, and following up on insurance claims is a plus. Experience working in a fast paced orthodontics clinic About the Department The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. We are a regional resource to five states for dental education, consulting services, patient treatment, and ongoing continuing dental education. We educate dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators and research-scientists. We offer advanced degree programs in seven ADA-recognized specialties: endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics and TMD and orofacial pain. We educate scholars in oral biology, dental hygiene and oral health for older adults. Dentists from other countries who wish to practice in the United States matriculate through our Program for Advanced Standing Students. Learners have the option to pursue a Masters in Public Health or a PhD alongside their DDS degree. We are the only dental hygiene program in the state associated with a dental school. Offering programs at the baccalaureate and master of science level, our integrated program prepares oral health professionals to collaborate from their first day in the profession. We became the first dental school in the nation to educate dental therapists in 2009. Dental therapists perform basic preventative services, drill and restore teeth for children and adults and remove primary teeth under the supervision of a licensed dentist. As of 2023, we have graduated 91 dental therapists from the program. Our work affects virtually every person in Minnesota. We educate approximately 73% of the state's practicing dentists, 68% of licensed dental therapists, and 49% of dental hygiene educators. Our researchers develop and test restorative materials used by dentists around the world. We provide critical oral health care with more than 100,000 patient visits in our campus clinics and more than 16,000 patient visits at outreach sites in underserved communities throughout the state. We provide continuing dental education for 7,1000 practicing dental professionals each year. The School of Dentistry is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Diverse teams, perspectives, and backgrounds create a strong and creative team that best serves the University's many communities, on campus and beyond. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women, veterans, and members of historically underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit our website, Benefits Working at the University At the... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.