I am a proficient Dental Receptionist who specializes in providing meticulous patient care and cultivating positive patient experiences. I am highly skilled at serving as a liaison between patients, dentists, and insurance providers, effectively ensuring seamless communication and collaboration. My expertise in this role ensures that all parties are well-informed and satisfied with the outcome.
Work History
Practice Leader
6 Months
Riverwood Dental | 04.2026 - Current
Coordinated front office operations, scheduling, and patient flow for daily practice efficiency.
Reviewed insurance claims, eligibility, and patient accounts to maintain accurate financial records.
Supported treatment plan presentation and follow-up to improve case acceptance and continuity of care.
Trained staff on appointment management, communication standards, and administrative workflows.
Monitored daily production reports and practice dashboards to identify workflow gaps.
Resolved patient concerns and billing issues while maintaining professional service standards.
Assisted in preparation and processing of payroll to facilitate prompt staff payments.
Dental Treatment Coordinator
1 Year 10 Months
Peachtree Smiles - Downtown Atlanta Dentistry | 06.2024 - 04.2026
Performing check-in procedures and checking patients in and out
Coordinating treatment plans, preparing and presenting treatment plans and financial estimates to patients, and ensuring patients understand their treatment plan
Scheduling appointments, rescheduling missed appointments, and calling patients who have not completed treatment.
Sterilized dental instruments.
Reduced anxiety during dental procedures.
Collaborated with insurance providers to verify coverage and benefits.
Received payments and posted amounts to customer accounts.
Arranged debt repayment or established schedules for repayment based on customer's financial situation.
Verified patient insurance information for accuracy and completeness.
Verified that patients had proper insurance coverage prior to procedures or appointment scheduling.
Temp Worker
1 Year 2 Months
Midatlanta Oral Surgery & Maxillofacial Surgery | 12.2024 - 02.2026
Assisted dental professionals with patient preparations for oral surgeries.
Managed patient records and updated information in electronic health systems.
Coordinated appointment schedules to optimize clinic workflow and efficiency.
Insurance Coordinator
9 Months
Polkadot Pediatric Dentistry | 09.2023 - 06.2024
Informed patients of the status of their claims after filing insurance claims.
By following up on unpaid claims and reviewing monthly aging reports, I was able to get the most money back.
Existing policies were modified, updated, and processed by me.
Gathered information such as the patient's name, insurance ID, insurance provider, and medical codes to properly file insurance claims.
Specialized in filing patient records and processing billing and payments.
Correctly filed insurance claims by gathering and entering patient, insurance provider, and medical code information for procedures and services provided.
Dental Assistant/Patient Coordinator
8 Months
Dentistry for Midtown | 11.2022 - 07.2023
Greeted patients at check-in.
Confirming reservations
Sending out new patient forms
Received, recorded, and responded to incoming and outgoing telephone and email patient communication.
Was in charge of patient scheduling, check-in, check-out, and billing payments.
Treatment Planned and coordinated production schedules with the Office manager and Provider.
Contact various insurance companies to complete insurance verification before patients schedule reservations.
Cleaning and setting up operatory rooms for procedures and hygiene.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Georgia State University: Perimeter College | Dunwoody, GA | 09.2026
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assisting
UEI | Morrow, GA | 01.2023
High School
Mundy's Mill High School | Jonesboro, GA | 01.2022
Skills
Taking X-rays
Treatment Planning
Organization and Time management
Chairside assisting
Insurance verification
Customer service
Financial plan options
Payment processing
Accounts receivable
Dental staff support
Certification
Certified Dental Assistant
First Aid/CPR Certified
X-ray Certified
Education and Training
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Timeline
Practice Leader
Riverwood Dental
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Temp Worker
Midatlanta Oral Surgery & Maxillofacial Surgery
12.2024 - 02.2026Read More
Dental Treatment Coordinator
Peachtree Smiles - Downtown Atlanta Dentistry
06.2024 - 04.2026Read More
Insurance Coordinator
Polkadot Pediatric Dentistry
09.2023 - 06.2024Read More
Dental Assistant/Patient Coordinator
Dentistry for Midtown
11.2022 - 07.2023Read More
Mundy's Mill High School
High School
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UEI
Dental Assistant Certification from Dental Assisting