Program Assistant, School Based Dental (Part-Time)

Program Assistant

The Program Assistant is responsible for assisting the Assistant Director in the delivery of the school based preventative oral health services. When not providing supportive service for direct care will provide care management to students identified as needing additional dental care.

Demonstrates an understanding of the boundaries of the position

Incorporates the Network's mission, values and philosophy in decisions behaviors and actions

Demonstrates initiative and seeks supervisory counsel when appropriate

Assist the clinical Dental Hygienist in the school based dental program

Record clinical data and complete necessary forms and treatment logs as dictated by the Dental Hygienist

Assist Dental Hygienist in administrative duties or projects as the program designates

Keep accurate and complete patient/student records

Maintain all infection control and equipment logs

Escort students to and from treatment area in school

Daily schedule development and review with school staff

Order supplies and ensure current maintenance of equipment

Work directly with all program staff on all issues related to the school based program

Participate in all required employee trainings

Transport and set up dental equipment at each work site

Limited chairside assisting

On site Infection Control

Other duties as assigned

High School Diploma or GED

Current BLS certification

Minimum of one-year experience in a program working with children

Working knowledge of medical documents

Knowledge of processes and workflows

Strong organizational skills

Skill in defusing tense situations through diplomatic problem-solving

Ability to establish/maintain effective relationships with a wide variety of people

Ability to interact positively with individuals of multiple ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds

Ability to communicate well with patients, parents, teachers and school staff

Ability to follow policies and procedures

Must have a valid driver license and be able to travel throughout the Network. Reliable transportation to designated work sites

Work schedule flexibility (possible evening education sessions)

The pay rate for this position is $19.89/hour.