Claims Tracer and Collections Specialist for Dental Group

Gold Coast Dental is looking for a Collections specialist who:
Is comfortable making the proactive calls and sending the follow-ups needed to track down unpaid insurance claims BUT ALSO shows empathy and professionalism when dealing with busy insurance reps and billing departments to keep relationships cooperative.
Has the persistence to dig through EOBs, policy details, and claim notes to confirm exactly what’s outstanding BUT ALSO knows that real progress happens when you get someone on the line and move the claim forward—not just when you’re buried in paperwork.
Understands that negotiating a quick resolution or partial payment today often beats waiting months for a “perfect” payout BUT ALSO doesn’t accept the first denial or excuse without challenging it and pushing for the right reimbursement.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk!
We use Open Dental software, DentalXChange and NEA Fast Attach. Experience with these products is a plus.
Following is a ChatGPT generated (but still really good) generic job description for the position:
Job Title: Collections Specialist
Location: La Habra, CA
Company: Gold Coast Dental
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us: Gold Coast Dental is a dentist owned group of 19 dental offices in Southern California. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality dental services and exceptional patient care. Our team is committed to maintaining a welcoming and professional environment for our patients and staff.
Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Collections Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing accounts receivable, collecting outstanding payments from patients and dental insurance companies, and ensuring timely payment for services rendered.
Key Responsibilities:
Contact patients and insurance companies to collect outstanding balances via phone calls and letters.
Review and analyze patient accounts to identify overdue balances and discrepancies.
Resolve billing issues and disputes by working closely with the billing department and insurance companies.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all collection activities and communications.
Develop and implement effective strategies for timely collection of payments.
Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a professional demeanor in all interactions.
Assist in the preparation of reports related to collections and accounts receivable.
Qualifications:
Must be comfortable picking up the phone and calling patients to collect money owed.
High school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's degree in a related field is a plus.
Previous experience in collections, accounts receivable, or a similar role, preferably in a healthcare or dental setting.
Strong understanding of dental billing and insurance processes.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Proficient in using billing software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits:
Competitive pay ($20-25/hr DOE)
Health and dental insurance
Professional development opportunities

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No