Orthodontic Care Coordinator & Patient Advocate

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UK HealthCare Dentistry in Lexington, KY seeks a Dental Treatment Coordinator to support Orthodontics clinics by coordinating treatment transitions, educating patients, and handling administrative logistics across the patient care journey.

The role acts as a liaison between general dentists, dental students, supervising faculty, and specialty providers to ensure timely, well-coordinated care and efficient treatment planning within the student clinic.

Qualifications

• Verifies patient insurance coverage and facilitates financial arrangements prior to treatment.
• Coordinates appointments for procedures, imaging, or consultations within the student clinic.
• Educates patients about their care plan and what to expect during treatment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate treatment transitions within Orthodontics clinics and liaise with general dentists, dental students, supervising faculty, and specialists.
• Ensure treatment plans are accurately entered into the EHR and monitor case acceptance rates.
• Follow up with patients throughout care to support completion and satisfaction; assist with administrative logistics.

Skills

Insurance verification

Appointment coordination

Patient education

EHR data entry

Tools

EHR system

Job description

UK HealthCare Dentistry in Lexington, KY seeks a Dental Treatment Coordinator to support Orthodontics clinics by coordinating treatment transitions, educating patients, and handling administrative logistics across the patient care journey.

The role acts as a liaison between general dentists, dental students, supervising faculty, and specialty providers to ensure timely, well-coordinated care and efficient treatment planning within the student clinic.