Dental Clinic Intern

Overview

Date Posted:

4/30/2024

Location:

LECOM Erie Dental Clinic

Address:

2000 West Grandview Boulevard

City:

Erie

State:

PA

Country:

United States of America

Category:

Education

Employment Status:

Part-time

Description

JOB SUMMARY : The Dental Clinic Intern serves in a global role for all dental related activities.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Promotes and preserves the mission of LECOM;

• Acts as administrative representative with faculty, staff and visitors in a professional, friendly manner at all times;

• Maintains confidentiality, professional appearance and pleasant demeanor;

• Perform duties involved in the clerical functions of the dental office;

• Gather patient data;

• Exercise patient confidentiality at all times, perform duties associated with dental assisting;

• Work on setup, breakdown of operatories and sterilization of equipment;

• Accurately enter patient clinical and personal data into computer;

• Assist dentist and dental assistant in day to day duties;

• Help keep work areas neat and organized to promote positive image;

• Use appropriate behavior in keeping with the mission, vision and beliefs and in accordance with operating procedures and policies;

• Represents LECOM at career, college, graduate and professional society fairs and meetings;

• Attends events on an as needed basis; and

• Accept other duties assigned/needed for the Institution’s needs including, but not limited to, cross training in Office of Student Affairs activities and tasks.

  EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Minimum Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS : Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Strong computer literacy with MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel…etc.) and accurate data entry skills;

• Enthusiastic, good sense of humor, and a professional positive attitude;

• Excellent understanding of the admissions process and a demonstrated ability to market and promote professional programs in healthcare administration, medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry;

• Willingness to maintain an established work schedule;

• Adherence to all local, state, federal laws and LECOM policies and procedures;

• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments and meet deadlines;

• Knowledge of pertinent laws, policies/procedures and/or guidelines affecting areas of responsibility;

• Ability to be self-reliant and follow instructions;

• Sound decision-making capabilities and the ability to work independently and as directed by the Institutional Director or his/her designee;

• Willingness to assume responsibility; initiate appropriate action; and maintain confidentiality;

• Knowledge of and ability to maintain confidentiality of patient (HIPAA) and student privacy (FERPA);

• Compliance with State and Federal Regulations and Safety Protocols (OSHA);

• Ability to be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System;

• Effective use of interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy;

• Effective use of organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through;

• Time management skills in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands;

• Willingness to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials;

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;

• Willingness to be flexible and accept other duties needed/assigned;

• The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect in compliance with EEO rules and regulations;

• The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM; and

• The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

  Education and experience equivalent to: a High school Degree with related experience required.