Bilingual Dental Patient Service Specialist

The HealthCare Connection Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Rewards Program

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

The HealthCare Connection is seeking a Dental Patient Services Specialist for Lincoln Heights Health Center. You will greet patients, register them, verify demographics and insurance, and collect payments, ensuring a smooth patient experience.

This role requires strong communication, multitasking, and familiarity with EHR systems. A bilingual candidate who thrives in a fast-paced setting will excel in our health equity mission.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a clinical or medical office setting (front desk, registration, or scheduling roles preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer systems.
• Familiarity with EHR systems; NextGen experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet and register patients upon arrival
• Verify and update patient demographic and insurance information
• Collect payments and co-pays for services
• Schedule, confirm, cancel, and reschedule appointments
• Assist patients with forms and paperwork
• Work with the Finance department regarding patient balances
• Support administrative and reporting tasks as needed

Skills

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Bilingual

Communication skills

Multitasking

NextGen EHR

Tools

NextGen EHR

Job description

Reports to: Dental Practice Manager

Organization: The HealthCare Connection (THCC)

About The HealthCare Connection:

Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection was Ohio’s first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality and accessible primary healthcare services through community responsive approaches that address financial, geographic, and other barriers to care for residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), the highest level of recognition attainable for quality care.

We boast two primary care locations and 6 school-based health centers providing quality value-based care for over 20,000 patients. We provide services in Primary Care, Infectious Disease, Substance Use, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Women’s Health, and Pharmacy.

• Health Insurance and Rewards Program
• Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 10 Paid Holidays

Position Summary:

As a Dental Patient Services Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring a positive experience for every patient who walks through our doors. As the welcoming face of our Lincoln Heights Health Center, you’ll support patients throughout the front desk registration process. We're looking for a bilingual, customer-focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to health equity for all.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and register patients upon arrival
• Verify and update patient demographic and insurance information
• Collect payments and co-pays for services
• Schedule, confirm, cancel, and reschedule appointments
• Assist patients with forms and paperwork
• Work with the Finance department regarding patient balances
• Support administrative and reporting tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in a clinical or medical office setting (front desk, registration, or scheduling roles preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer systems
• Familiarity with EHR systems; NextGen experience is a plus
• Ability to multitask in a busy environment with frequent interruptions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Resume must be attached to be considered

Equal Employment Opportunity/Drug-Free Workplace:

The HealthCare Connection is focused on creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients and other community members. THCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status or other characteristics protected by law and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

THCC will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and a drug screen.