Dental Secretary

Children's Wisconsin • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ Provides clerical support for the dental center. Coordinates appointments, schedules surgery as ordered by the dentist and acts as a receptionist and a resource person for the clinic. Contacts insurance companies and managed care agencies to obtain necessary approvals so that services can be provided to patients. Answers and appropriately handles all incoming calls to the clinic. Enters charges, diagnoses and scheduling related data into computer system as indicated. Requirements High school education or equivalent plus secretarial or medical secretarial training or equivalent work experience. A minimum of two years of related experience. Prior experience in a dental setting is preferred. Ability to type at a minimum of 35 words per minute preferred to complete forms letters and data entry. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law. Certifications/Licenses: Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best. Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine. Please let us know a little about yourself so we can connect on future openings!

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent plus secretarial or medical secretarial training or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of two years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a dental setting is preferred.
• Ability to type at a minimum of 35 words per minute preferred to complete forms letters and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Provides clerical support for the dental center.
• Coordinates appointments
• Schedules surgery as ordered by the dentist
• Acts as a receptionist and a resource person for the clinic.
• Contacts insurance companies and managed care agencies to obtain necessary approvals so that services can be provided to patients.
• Answers and appropriately handles all incoming calls to the clinic.
• Enters charges, diagnoses and scheduling related data into computer system as indicated.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees