Bilingual Client Service Specialist, Dental Assistant (Pasadena)

Harris County; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Public Health is seeking a Client Service Specialist, Dental Assistant to enhance patient care services in its Dental Clinic. This position involves performing clinical tasks, maintaining efficient clinic operations, and supporting public health initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess the necessary licensure and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in a dental clinical setting as a dental assistant.
• Texas Registered Dental Assistant and Basic Life Support certification required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical tasks in accordance with protocols.
• Assist patients during visits, including taking vital signs and preparing dental records.
• Manage client inquiries and appointment scheduling via Dentrix system.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Leadership

Interpersonal Abilities

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalency

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

If you’re looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

About Harris County Public Health:

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

Position Overview:

The Client Service Specialist, Dental Assistant supports patient care services provided by the Dental Clinic. The CSS, Dental Assistant is responsible for performing clinical tasks in accordance with all Harris County Public Health (HCPH) and Dental Program protocols. This position will work with the clinical team to create and maintain efficient, patient-centered daily clinic operations while providing comprehensive public health services to all Harris County Public Health Dental Clinic patients seeking dental services.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Receives, screens, interviews client for eligibility determination, and registers clients; Co-pay collection, and receipt creation following financial services guidelines; prepares daily/weekly financial reconciliation report for submission to finance
• Performs all duties required as part of four handed chairside dental assisting; takes and records vital signs; takes prescribed dental radiographs and/or intraoral photographs; chart patient diagnoses in Dentrix electronic dental record as dictated by dentist
• Answers telephone inquiries from clients and others; screen calls to determine nature and urgency of inquiry, refers calls as appropriate, and/or schedules appointment with dental clinical staff; instructs patient as needed regarding visit-type; confirms scheduled appointments and updates appointment status in Dentrix electronic record
• Performs operatory set-up for each dental patient including barrier placement on high touch areas; procedure set up including instrument and dental material selection according to planned procedure
• Obtains patient histories, and insurance approvals as appropriate, prepares and updates dental charts and associated records; scans all correspondence into Dentrix electronic record
• Performs infection control and instrument sterilization according to dental policies and procedures; performs weekly biologic monitoring for autoclaves; performs daily, weekly and monthly dental preventive maintenance; reports any equipment malfunction or repair needs to supervising dentist
• Performs in-operatory support for all dental staff during the dental visit as needed
• Provides oral hygiene and post-operative instructions to patient under the guidance of the dentist; Participate in school based and community events to promote oral health

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call [phone] or email [e-mail] Education:

• High School diploma or GED equivalency

Experience:

• Six months experience in a dental clinical setting as a dental assistant

Licensure:

• Texas Registered Dental Assistant
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
• Valid driver's license

Language:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Basic in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work well with public and staff members
• Must use your personal mobile device for our Multifactor Authentication process

Core Competencies:
Organizational Leadership

• Understands the organizational mission
• Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
• Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others

Collaboration

• Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
• Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
• Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs

Innovation

• Ability to adapt to change

Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics

• Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
• Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
• Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
• Uses sound judgment
• Self-motivated
• Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity

Communication

• Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications. N/A Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full Time | Regular
• Monday through Friday | 8:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.; However, times may vary due to the variability of an event-based schedule
• Other days and hours as necessary

Work Environment:

• This job operates in both a clinical environment as well as in alternative community-based settings including mobile dental events in different locations throughout Harris County. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and scanners.

Physical Demands:

• Must possess the physical ability and manual dexterity to assist the dentist and dental hygienist with direct patient care in a dental clinical setting.

Work Location:

• 3737 Red Bluff Rd., Pasadena TX 77503
• Must be willing to travel to work at multiple clinic locations within Harris County, as directed

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.