Dental Clinic Clerk II; CS

Overview

Position Title: Dental Clinic Clerk II (CS26-099)

Location: Alton, IL

Apply Before: 01004

Department: Dental Med, School of

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Description: To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Dental Clinic Clerk II (CS26-099). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

This position requires an experienced dental assistant who can perform and is knowledgeable of patient-related support functions such as answering telephones; preparing, filing, maintaining and retrieving electronic patient charts and to assist the faculty to ensure that patient care is being conducted in an effective and efficient manner at the School of Dental Medicine. A large amount of time is spent working with computer systems, patient records, and the telephone.

This person works in an office environment and is often utilized as a clinical Dental Assistant when needed including chair-side. The clinical patients, staff, students, residents, fellows, and faculty all benefit from the effectiveness of this person.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• One year (12 months) of experience:
• A. comparable to that performed at the Dental Clinic Clerk I level of this series, OR
• B. Certified Dental Assistant in a dental clinic facility, program, or in dentistry practice, if required by employing institution

This person must be an experienced dental assistant with knowledge of dentistry. Should possess; knowledge (and have experience) working chair-side, taking most types of dental radiographs, knowledge of dental procedures, techniques, terminology and practice. Computer skills are necessary to perform some of the clerical duties. In addition, this staff person must demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate and work harmoniously with patients, parents, staff, students and faculty.

This position requires a high degree of interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois . Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 0763 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB
22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United…