Dental Care Coordinator at River Valley Family Health Center – Delta, Colorado

River Valley Family Health Centers is looking for a Dental Care Coordinator to join our team in Delta, CO. The Dental Care Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for patients at River Valley, ensuring a smooth and positive experience from scheduling to treatment completion. This role involves managing appointments, verifying insurance, coordinating treatment plans, and handling patient communications. The Dental Care Coordinator works closely with clinical staff to support efficient workflow and ensure patients understand their care options and financial responsibilities.

The Mission of River Valley Family Health Centers is to provide high quality healthcare in an integrated and culturally respectful manner to our community. We offer affordable and easy access to quality care for all, while being an employer of choice. We value patient-centered, quality care, accountability, integrity, and overcoming barriers to care. We are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, ethnicity, military obligations, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, or any other status protected by state or local law.

The Dental Care Coordinator position is a full-time position; 40 hours per week. We are a growing, exciting place to work, serving our community in a variety of ways. Come join our team!

A day in the life of a Dental Care Coordinator includes:

• Assisting the dentist in management and scheduling of medical or dental emergencies by creating appointments for new patient exams, restorative appointments, dentures, etc.
• Scheduling providers and ensuring blocks are added to the Dentrix schedule, and managing scheduling issues and conflicts.
• Verifying insurance and complete pre-authorizations for dental procedures.
• Creating a financial plan for complex cases that aligns with the treatment plan.
• And so much more!

Compensation and Benefits

$20.80 - $24.60/hour, depending on experience and certificationsMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLife & Disability InsuranceAFLAC Supplemental Insurance401(k) Matching with participation after 90-daysEmployee Assistant and Wellness ProgramsGenerous PTO accruing and available from the first day of employmentContinuing Education OpportunitiesQualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.Previous experience as a Dental Assistant or Front Desk Professional is preferred.Prior experience in Dentrix preferred.Valid driver’s license preferred. Bilingual skills are preferred.Ability to maintain positive working relationships with team members, patients, families, and others.Ability to utilize a computer for time keeping, documenting electronic medical records, and to complete follow-up tasks.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to travel between clinics as needed.This position requires long periods of standing and walking, sitting at a computer, the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 pounds, etc. Employees are required to complete mandatory vaccines, such as Tdap, Hep A, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, and the yearly flu vaccine.