Patient Accounts Receptionist, UMKC School of Dentistry

Patient Accounts UMKC School of Dentistry Clinic

The Receptionist is responsible for providing front-desk support and exceptional customer service to patients while ensuring accurate administrative, billing, and insurance-related processes. This position serves as the first point of contact for patients and plays a key role in verifying insurance coverage, handling patient inquiries, processing payments and refunds, and maintaining accurate patient records. The Receptionist works closely with clinical staff, student doctors, and patients to ensure efficient operations, compliance with established protocols, and timely resolution of patient accounts.

Duties for Receptionist area include but are not limited to:

• Greet patients and inquire about their needs.
• Verify insurance coverage; copy insurance cards and guide patients through appropriate forms to be signed.
• Answer patient questions regarding billing statements and insurance coverage.
• Answer patient phone calls and transfer calls to others within the Department or the School as appropriate.
• Compute discounts and post fee waivers on patients' charts when applicable.
• Take patient credit card information over the phone, always following established protocol.
• Reverse payments per instructions from the Cashiers and post notes to patients' charts.
• Post returned statements to patient charts and unlock patient charts when allowable.
• Sort mail and write patient chart numbers on checks for Cashiers to post daily.
• Route checks not belonging to the General Clinic to their respective destinations.
• Run CAD collection reports as required.
• Process patient refunds by card or check in accordance with policy.
• Perform miscellaneous projects and other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as up to $18.25 per hour
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: 006
University Title:Office Support Assistant IV
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Application review to begin immediately. Opportunity will remain open until filled.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, work-life balance, and professional growth, including:

• Health Programs - including medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement Plan (8% match)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance (75% reduction)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs

For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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