School-Based Dental Program Support Specialist

Hudson Headwaters Health Network Inc.; West Glens Falls (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Hudson Headwaters Health Network Inc. in The George Purdue Administrative Building is seeking a Part-Time Program Assistant for the School Based Dental program.

The role offers a proposed schedule of 20–30 hours per week with shifts varying by program needs. The assistant will support the Assistant Director in delivering school-based preventative dental services and, when not providing direct care, will manage care coordination for students needing additional dental care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum one-year experience in a program working with children.
• Working knowledge of medical documents.
• Knowledge of processes and workflows.
• Must have a valid driver license and be able to travel throughout the Network.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dental Hygienist in the school-based program.
• Record clinical data and maintain treatment logs as dictated by the Dental Hygienist.
• Assist with administrative duties or projects for the program.
• Keep patient/student records accurate and complete.
• Maintain infection control and equipment logs.
• Escort students to treatment areas and coordinate with school staff.
• Develop and review daily schedules with school staff.
• Order supplies and maintain equipment.
• Work with program staff on issues related to the school-based program.
• Participate in all required trainings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Diplomatic problem-solving

Relationship-building

Multicultural sensitivity

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Current BLS certification

Job description

Hudson Headwaters Health Network Inc. in The George Purdue Administrative Building is seeking a Part-Time Program Assistant for the School Based Dental program.

The role offers a proposed schedule of 20–30 hours per week with shifts varying by program needs. The assistant will support the Assistant Director in delivering school-based preventative dental services and, when not providing direct care, will manage care coordination for students needing additional dental care.