PT - Dental Hygiene Clinic Patient Specialist

Contract Length N/A

Class Summary

The Clinic Patient Specialist for the Dental Hygiene program is assigned a range of responsibilities to ensure the daily operation of the front office of the dental hygiene clinic. This is a part-time position.

Candidates Eligible to Apply

Candidates Eligible to Apply Internal/External

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt Staff

Employment Status

Employment Status Part Time

Position Funding Type

Position Funding Type Regular

At least 3 years’ experience with administrative assistant duties or equivalent.

Preferred Education/Training/Experience

Experience working in a CODA accredited dental hygiene or assisting program.

Experience in management or assisting support of front-office operations of a dental clinic or program.

Communicate effectively in written and oral communication.
Knowledgeable in Microsoft applications.

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

Working knowledge of Commission on Dental Accreditation ( CODA ) standards for dental hygiene programs.

Proficient in Patterson Eaglesoft and Microsoft applications.

Licensing/Certification Requirements

none

Job Duties

The primary responsibility of the administrative assistant is the daily operation of front office of the dental hygiene clinic.

Use of computer software to support program and clinical operations including Microsoft word, Excel, D2L (online learning management) and Patterson Eaglesoft.

Oversee front office operations including patient reception, scheduling, telephone contact, mail, and general student and patient record management.

Collect payment and provide invoices for care received by clinic patients.

Track and record chart audits, patient satisfaction surveys and demographic information.

Relay program information to interested students, schedule information sessions and track students’ attendance at the sessions.

Coordinate program meetings and assist with setup and minute taking.

Assist program director in other general administrative duties for maintaining accreditation and program and clinic operation.

Assist back-office clinic specialist with duties to ensure the continuous operation of the dental hygiene clinic.

Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

This job requires working in a clinical and laboratory setting.

Minimum Salary Range

Minimum Salary Range $28.71/hour

Mid Point Salary Range

Mid Point Salary Range $28.71/hour

Maximum Salary Range

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 08/29/2025

Posting Close Date

Posting Will Be Open Until Filled

Posting Will Be Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

EEO Statement

College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status.

College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.

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Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts (1 of
  3)
• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Additional Transcripts (2 of
  3)
• Additional Transcripts (3 of
  3)
• Licensure/Certification

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