POSITION:  Processing Assistant IV – Dental – Contract

SALARY RANGE: $15.00- 19.00/hour (24 hours per week)

WORK LOCATION: Martin and Washington Counties – Mobile Unit

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Contract

OPEN DATE: February 27, 2025

 CLOSE DATE: March 13, 2025

DESCRIPTION: 

The primary purpose of this position is to register dental clinic patients, determine eligibility and fee collections, and enter data for all dental patients. Responsibilities include scheduling appointments, collecting payments for services, verifying client eligibility for reduced fees, checking Medicaid and private insurance for verification, making referrals to other offices, answering phones, assisting with billing insurance, posting payments, and making deposits. This position will be based in the Mobile Dental Unit, which serves Martin and Washington Counties. Flexibility is required, as the employee may need to assist patients during interruptions. The employee must exhibit patience, maintain composure, prioritize workflow, and ensure that all needs are met

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to read, interpret and follow established policies and procedures related to Health Department programs.  Must be able to hear, see, and talk in order to perform job duties.  Good oral and written communication skills are necessary.  General knowledge of office practice procedures: Ability to type with accuracy at the speed required by the position;  and ability to gather and give basic information and instructions regarding department programs, should inquiries occur. 

Minimum Education and Experience 

Graduation from high school and demonstrated possession of knowledge, skills and abilities gained through at least two years of office assistant/secretarial experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

If you are interested in applying for this position, send a completed PD107 to:

Attention: Courtney Pierce

MTW District Health Department

198 NC Hwy 45N

Plymouth, NC  27962

Martin-Tyrrell-Washington District Health Department is AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER