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

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.