Dental Insurance/Scheduling Coordinator

Job Title: Dental Insurance & Scheduling Coordinator


Pay Range: $20.00 – $24.00 per hour


Job Type: Full-Time


Schedule: Monday–Friday; some Saturdays required


Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Dental Insurance & Scheduling Coordinator to join our dental practice. This position plays a key role in managing insurance processes and maintaining an efficient, well-organized patient schedule. Prior dental front office experience is required.


Key Responsibilities:

• Verify dental insurance eligibility, benefits, and limitations
  
  
• Submit, track, and follow up on insurance claims and pre-authorizations
  
  
• Clearly explain insurance benefits and estimated patient portions
  
  
• Schedule patients according to treatment plans and provider availability
  
  
• Optimize daily schedules to support efficient patient flow
  
  
• Confirm appointments and manage cancellations and reschedules
  
  
• Maintain accurate patient records in the practice management system
  
  
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure smooth operations
  
  
• Respond to patient billing and insurance inquiries professionally
  
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of dental front office experience required
  
  
• Strong working knowledge of dental insurance (PPO preferred)
  
  
• Experience with claims and pre-authorizations
  
  
• Knowledge of Dentrix Ascend is a plus
  
  
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  
  
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
  
  
• Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented
  
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
  
  
• Stable, supportive team environment
  
  
• Opportunity for long-term growth within the practice
  
  
• Dental benefits and additional incentives (practice-specific)