Receptionist

Swish Dental; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus programs

No weekends

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Short-term disability

Paid holidays

Job summary

Swish Dental in Austin, TX is seeking a friendly receptionist to manage front-desk operations and assist patients with intake forms and scheduling. You will handle payments, verify insurance, and coordinate with clinicians to ensure smooth patient flow.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, reliability, and outstanding telephone etiquette, with a willingness to cover shifts at locations as needed. High school diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Ability to handle payments and maintain accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, welcoming studio environment.
• Interact with individuals in the reception area.
• Assist patients with the completion of electronic intake forms.
• Collect payments.
• Notify the clinical team of patient's arrival.
• Escort patients to/from the front desk and introduce them to team members.
• Contact insurance companies to verify and gather policy information.
• Communicate with patients clearly and efficiently.
• Set up accounts and create charts for new patients.
• Maintain a team-first and patient-first attitude.
• Assist patients in scheduling appointments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent in English

Interpersonal skills

Excellent telephone etiquette

Detail oriented

Reliable transportation

Punctual attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher preferred

1+ years customer service experience

CPR/BLS certification preferred

Job description

Why You’ll Love Swish Dental

Our career opportunities come with great benefits including:

• Competitive salary


• Bonus programs


• No weekends


• Medical,vision, & dental benefits


• Short-term disability


• Paid holidays and time off


• And more!

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, welcoming studio environment


• Interact with individuals in the reception area


• Assist patients with the completion of electronic intake forms


• Collect payments


• Notify the clinical team of patient's arrival


• Escort patients to/from the front desk and introduce them to all applicable team members


• Contact insurance companies to verify and gather pertinent policy information


• Communicate with patients clearly and efficiently


• Set up accounts and create charts for new patients


• Maintain a \"team first\" and \"patient first\" attitude


• Assist patients in scheduling appointments


• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Fluent in English; verbal and written


• Reliable transportation to ensure punctual attendance


• Detail Oriented


• Interpersonal skills


• Excellent telephone etiquette


• Willingness to cover shifts at locations not typically assigned

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Associate degree or higher preferred


• 1+ years of customer service experience preferred


• CPR and/or BLS certification preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position may be required to sit or stand for long periods


• This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week


• This position is in a clinical studio environment which can be noisy and distracting


• This position may be exposed to infectious diseases and/or blood borne pathogens


• This position may be required to handle sharp objects


• This position may be exposed to harmful chemicals and/or gasses


• This position may be required to communicate with others to exchange information


• This position may require repetitive motions that include the wrists, hands and/or fingers


• This position may require the operation of machinery and/or power tools


• This position may require the assessment of the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned


• This position may require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces


• This position may require medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds

Swish Dental is an Equal Opportunity / Aff…? All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.