Newly licensed Dental Hygienist with hands-on training eager to launch career in dentistry. Expert at dental radiography, prophylaxis, aseptic techniques and patient education. Team-oriented with success in building strong relationships with colleagues and patients. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
· Verified, updated and entered patient information into system.
· Answered and managed incoming calls and emails.
· Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using appointment software.
· Took customer payments and billed insurance companies for remaining balance.
· Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
· Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
· Demonstrated proficiencies in telephone, e-mail, fax and front-desk reception within high-volume environment.
· Arranged documents for insurance claims.
· Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.
· Completed relevant insurance and other claim forms.
· Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.