Part-Time School-Based Dental Program Assistant

hhhn; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

hhhn is seeking a Program Assistant to support the school-based preventative oral health services, assisting the Dental Hygienist and providing care management for students in need of dental care.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS, and at least one year of experience with children. You must have a valid driver license and be able to travel between network sites; expect shifts up to 19.75 hours weekly with flexible evenings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Minimum of one year experience in a program working with children.
• Working knowledge of medical documents and processes/workflows.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate well with patients, parents, teachers and school staff.
• Must have a valid driver license and reliable transportation to multiple work sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist the clinical Dental Hygienist in the school-based dental program.
• Record clinical data and complete forms and treatment logs.
• Provide administrative support and help with projects as assigned by the program.
• Keep accurate and complete patient/student records and infection control logs.
• Escort students to and from treatment areas; transport and set up equipment.
• Daily schedule development and coordination with school staff.
• Travel between worksites to support program delivery.
• Limited chairside assisting and on-site infection control.
• Participate in required employee trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Diplomatic problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Driving required

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Current BLS certification

Job description

hhhn is seeking a Program Assistant to support the school-based preventative oral health services, assisting the Dental Hygienist and providing care management for students in need of dental care.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS, and at least one year of experience with children. You must have a valid driver license and be able to travel between network sites; expect shifts up to 19.75 hours weekly with flexible evenings.