Dental Front Office Specialist – Public Health Clinic

Nleague Services Inc.; Somerville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nleague Services Inc. in Tennessee seeks a Dental Public Health Office Assistant for the Division of Community Health Services. The role performs clerical duties in the health department dental clinic, including patient registration, scheduling, check-in/out, and referral coordination.

This onsite, full-time role runs 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday–Friday. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and a Tennessee background check; TN RDA license is preferred

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and experience equivalent to two years of full-time customer service delivery and/or clerical/office work.
• Requires a valid driver's license and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation background check.
• TN RDA license is preferred for chairside emergencies and dental front office familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and manage patient appointments
• Inform patients of visit requirements
• Collect and update client demographic information for registration purposes
• Review documentation to determine eligibility for federal and state programs
• Input data into health department management information systems
• Interact with multiple computer software systems to input/receive information
• Process the cash drawer and balance to ensure fiscal responsibility
• Inform clients of their rights and responsibilities for participation in programs
• Obtain prior authorization from insurers as needed
• Compile forms for services requested to ensure efficient clinic flow
• Scan and index records into the electronic dental record
• Maintain a positive, cooperative work environment

Skills

Customer service

Clerical work

Data entry

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

TN RDA license

Tools

Health Department MIS

Job description

Nleague Services Inc. in Tennessee seeks a Dental Public Health Office Assistant for the Division of Community Health Services. The role performs clerical duties in the health department dental clinic, including patient registration, scheduling, check-in/out, and referral coordination.

This onsite, full-time role runs 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday–Friday. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and a Tennessee background check; TN RDA license is preferred