Dental Receptionist - Mississauga, Canada - WellFort

WellFort

Verified Company

Mississauga, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Full time

Description

WellFort is seeking to hire a full-time 12-month contract Dental Receptionist to join our Health n' Smiles team
WellFort Community Health Services is a non-profit, values-based organization based in Peel.

We provide a wide variety of comprehensive care including primary care, dental, mental health and chronic disease management with a focus on illness prevention, health promotion and community development.

We work with local residents and other agencies to increase community capacity. WellFort is committed to providing inclusive, accessible and sustainable programs and services to a diversely rich community.

WellFort is a respectful, caring, and inclusive organization. We are committed to embracing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity.

Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Answer phones, book appointments, take and relay messages and books referrals.
Schedule appointments in accordance with the dental clinics policy and procedures.
Make confirmation calls and ensure provider schedules are full.
Ensure that all appropriate forms are completed prior to clients receiving service.
Assist clients with form completion and ensure forms are accurate and signed.
Maintain and update all dental records in accordance with ODA and WellFort standards.
Always ensure and protect client confidentiality.
Determine and confirm insurance coverage, explain costs and insurability to patients and process all billings, including accounts receivable.
Perform administrative duties and provide administrative support to providers.
Occasional chairside backup support

QUALIFICATIONS:

Relevant knowledge and experience attained through graduation from a recognized College/University in Dental Office Administration or a related field.
Minimum of three (3) years' experience required
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of Abeldent and Microsoft Office.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with diverse individuals and groups.
Ability to function and work cooperatively a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Experience working in a value based nonprofit or social services organization.
Excellent communication (oral and written) and people skills.
Ability to multitask and appropriately prioritize in a dynamic environment.
CDA certificate an asset to allow backup support
Ability to speak languages relevant to residents of the Region of Peel is an asset.

This position requires flexibility in hours of work to support accessible program service delivery and our hours of operation. As such the position entails evening and weekend work.

Hiring Salary Range:
$35,669 - $38,579

Interested applicants:

No phone calls please

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable._
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date._