Student Assistant - Dental Clinic

Position Details

• Title:
  
  Student Assistant – Dental Clinic
• Department: UHC‑Dental Clinic
• Location:
  
  Athens Area
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  05/15/2026
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Special Instructions:
  No work visa sponsorship; must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Administrative Duties (80% of time):

• Provides clerical and secretarial support, including check‑in and consent process.
• Monitors reception area for patients in distress or long wait times and resolves issues.
• Schedules appointments accurately and appropriately.
• Assists patients with entering insurance information into the patient portal.
• Provides telephone coverage for incoming calls to the clinic.
• Forwards information, messages, or callers to the appropriate individual.
• Communicates appropriate information to patients about their visit (preparation, expected timeframe, date, clinician, parking, etc).
• Interacts with callers and staff in a helpful and courteous way.

Patient Care (50% of time):

• Documents patient information clearly and accurately.
• Recognizes abnormal findings and urgent problems and seeks appropriate assistance.
• Ensures patient and staff safety.
• Completes all assignments and procedures safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Respects confidentiality.

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