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BANDAR ELMI

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Dedicated Dentist offering 8 years of experience treating patients of all ages. Successfully manages routine and emergency appointments and highly compassionate and patient with fearful, stressed and anxious individuals. Work experience in dental coordination and management. Successful at developing strong professional and patient relationships, leading teams and educating patients on dental care.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Office Manager

Lakeshore Dental
09.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw facilities and equipment cleanliness and safety for optimal patient protections.
  • Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
  • Increased public awareness of oral health issues through effective use of social media and online marketing.
  • Achieved revenue goals with successful management of patient scheduling, receivables and miscellaneous operations expenses.

Dental Front Office Coordinator

Lakeshore Dental
05.2024 - Current
  • Managed financial transactions accurately, processing cash payments, credit cards transactions, and bank deposits in a timely manner.
  • Reduced wait times and improved patient flow by coordinating efficient room allocations for dental procedures.
  • Maintained strong relationships with referring offices by providing prompt updates on mutual patients'' treatment progress and outcomes.
  • Streamlined dental office operations by implementing effective organizational systems for patient records and financial documentation.
  • Collaborated closely with dentists to coordinate treatment plans that met each individual''s oral health needs while considering insurance constraints or budget limitations when necessary.
  • Contributed to a welcoming environment for patients by maintaining a clean, organized reception area with up-to-date reading materials.
  • Provided excellent customer service to create positive experiences and build patient trust.
  • Understood dental terminology and insurance breakdowns to communicate with external stakeholders.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
  • Communicated with insurance companies to dispute unpaid claims and verify patient coverages.
  • Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
  • Handled patient complaints quickly and professionally to restore patient confidence and prevent loss of clientele.
  • Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
  • Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
  • Assisted with medical coding and billing tasks.

Dentist

Crown Dental Clinic
02.2019 - 03.2024
  • Promoted to Dental Office Manager on 2020

Dental Office Manager

Crown Dental Clinic
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Maintained patient records, scheduled appointments, and handled billing inquiries.
  • Ensured accurate data entry of patient information into the office management system.
  • Managed all front desk operations, including phone calls and customer service inquiries.
  • Assisted in training new employees on office policies and procedures related to dental services.
  • Implemented strategies to improve efficiency in the day-to-day operations of the office.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner by investigating issues thoroughly.
  • Organized educational seminars for both staff members and patients about oral health topics.
  • Prepared monthly reports summarizing activity within the dental practice for review by senior management.
  • Coordinated execution and improvement of daily dental office practices.

Achievements:

  • Expanding & Increasing the number of the clinics in the center on 2022
  • Open new branch on 2023

Dentist

Basma Dental Solution
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Part-time Dentist covering Mary Begg Kansanshi Mine Hospital in Solwezi, Zambia

Education

Endo Advanced Course -

Egyptian Society of Oral Implantology
09.2023

Clinical Aesthetic Programme -

Egyptian Society of Oral Implantology
12.2022

Fixed Prosthodontics Course -

Advanced Training Center
07.2018

Bachelor In Dental Surgery (B.D.S) -

International University Of Africa
09-2015

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Office Organization
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Claims Processing
  • Human Resources Support
  • Reception duties
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Schedule Management
  • Training and Development
  • Relationship Building
  • Professionalism
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Team Leadership
  • Self Motivation
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Dental software proficiency
  • Invoicing and Billing
  • Patient Relations
  • Appointment Coordination
  • Insurance Verification
  • Policy Enforcement

Affiliations

  • outreach program in Lebanese International School of Lusaka
  • outreach program in Airtel Network Zambia
  • outreach program in Makeni Islamic Society Trust

Certification

  • Full Registration Certificate with health professions council of zambia
  • Practicing Certificate in zambia valid from mar 2024 to 31st December 2024
  • Certificate Of appreciation & recognition from Crown Dental Clinic
  • Certification Of Sudan Medical Licensing Examination
  • Certification Of Internship from Federal Ministry of Health In Sudan

Languages

English
Professional Working
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Dental Office Manager

Lakeshore Dental
09.2024 - Current

Dental Front Office Coordinator

Lakeshore Dental
05.2024 - Current

Dental Office Manager

Crown Dental Clinic
01.2021 - 01.2024

Dentist

Basma Dental Solution
01.2020 - 01.2024

Dentist

Crown Dental Clinic
02.2019 - 03.2024

Clinical Aesthetic Programme -

Egyptian Society of Oral Implantology

Fixed Prosthodontics Course -

Advanced Training Center

Bachelor In Dental Surgery (B.D.S) -

International University Of Africa
  • Full Registration Certificate with health professions council of zambia
  • Practicing Certificate in zambia valid from mar 2024 to 31st December 2024
  • Certificate Of appreciation & recognition from Crown Dental Clinic
  • Certification Of Sudan Medical Licensing Examination
  • Certification Of Internship from Federal Ministry of Health In Sudan

Endo Advanced Course -

Egyptian Society of Oral Implantology
BANDAR ELMI