Part-time Dental Clinic Administrative Assistant

North Idaho College; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Lewis-Clark State College clinic seeks a Part-Time Administrative Assistant to support a busy student dental program in Lewiston. You will greet patients, schedule appointments, process payments, and help maintain patient flow and records.

The role emphasizes privacy, HIPAA compliance, and collaboration with instructors, students, and staff. You will manage referrals, monitor supplies, assist with invoices, and support safety and standards across the clinic, while contributing to a positive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year related experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage front-desk operations: greet patients, answer calls, schedule appointments, process payments, and maintain patient flow.
• Maintain accurate and secure patient records, radiographs, and databases, protecting privacy per HIPAA.
• Coordinate referrals and records with general dentists; monitor supplies and equipment; process invoices and purchase orders.
• Support clinic safety and standards; provide routine office support and assist with projects; track patient satisfaction surveys.
• Coordinate clinic operations with Lewis-Clark State College and North Idaho College.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Help keep a busy student dental clinic running smoothly whileproviding a welcoming experience for patients and supporting thestudents preparing for careers in dental hygiene. As a Part-TimeAdministrative Assistant, you’ll be an essential part of theday-to-day clinic operation at Lewis-Clark State College, workingalongside the clinical instructor, supervising dentist, students,and college staff.

You’ll manage front-desk operations, including greeting patients,answering calls, scheduling appointments, processing payments, andmaintaining patient flow. You’ll maintain accurate and securepatient records, program files, radiographs, and databases whileprotecting patient privacy and following HIPAA requirements. You’llalso coordinate referrals and records with patients’ generaldentists, monitor supplies and equipment, process invoices andpurchase orders, and help ensure students and patients have theequipment and materials they need.

This role also supports the clinic’s safety and clinical standards.You’ll provide routine office support, assist with specialprojects, track patient satisfaction surveys, and help coordinateclinic operations with LCSC and North Idaho College.

We’re looking for someone who brings excellent customer service,communication, and interpersonal skills; confidence using MicrosoftOffice and standard office equipment; and a professional,dependable approach to working with patients, students, andcolleagues.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or generaleducation degree (GED) and a minimum one year full-time equivalentrelated experience.

Starting pay range: $17.29 - $19.88

Pay Grade: C5

Work Site Location: Lewis - Clark State College

Work Schedule: 19.5 hours per week, Tuesday & Thursday8:00am-5:30pm with 2 hrs on Mondays

Employment is contingent upon successful completion ofbackground check and proof of degree if required for thisposition.