Clin Svc Representative I

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Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Dentistry, Health Care Administration/Support
Department:34130103 - DN-PERIODONTICS RESIDENT

Classification Title:

Clin Svc Representative I

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Job Description:

Receptionist for the Graduate Periodontics Clinic. Responds to telephone and personal inquiries and requests. Retrieves messages that were left after hours on voice mail and throughout the day. Returns voice mail messages and phone calls in a timely manner. Other desk duties as needed. Schedules all patients for 11 residents, two fellows and one dental hygienist (RDH). Responsible for rescheduling appointments (when necessary). Confirms patient appointments for the RDH and residents when the house calls report is emailed two days in advance. Checks reports for cancellations or unanswered calls and makes attempt to call patient to reschedule appointment, etc. Responsible for filling gaps in schedule when cancellations occur in a timely manner. Schedules all IV sedations and coordinates with other schedules. Schedules all outside referrals and referrals retrieved from electronic chart system. Schedules all dental and medical radiographic (CTs) appointments and coordinates with other appointments if needed at that time. Responsible for scheduling surgeries in the operating rooms of local area hospitals.

Dental assist with faculty, residents and student dentists during their practice chair side in the care of the patients.  Set up and break down operatories, take and process x-rays, sterilize instruments, assist with other duties as needed. 

Assists the Graduate Program Director, RDH, and dental assistants (2) with a variety of routine requests as necessary.

Inputs DMD implant consults in Axium when schedule is emailed through Outlook calendar.

Responsible for scanning all correspondence, referrals, etc. in patient’s electronic chart.

Provides back up to Senior Fiscal Assistant with reviewing all patients for history of payment and current balances when scheduling appointments.

Expected Salary:

$17.00 - $18.00

Benefits:

The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family’s needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.

Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.

UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period.

UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program, which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers!

Explore UF’s plethora of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:
  • Dental receptionist experience
  • Working personal computers knowledge
  • Ability to communicate orally, by phone, and in writing with faculty, staff, and patients
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to work for extended periods
  • Ability to organize and prioritize
Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. 

This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See the Qualified Positions link on our applicant FAQs page for a list of eligible positions.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: Yes

 

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