Dental Clinic Temporary Support - On Site - University Center, MI

Dental Clinic Temporary Support

This is a temporary position that provides coverage and support for the Dental Clinic Operations Specialist (DCOS) and the Dental Clinic Office Professional ensuring comprehensive operational support for the Delta College Dental Hygiene Clinic and the Health and Wellness Division. This role is critical to student success, patient care, clinic compliance, and operational efficiency. The position follows CODA (Commission on Dental Accreditation) compliance, facilitates dental hygiene and assisting students' clinical requirements, manages patient interactions, maintains HIPAA and OSHA compliance, oversees dental equipment maintenance, and provides clerical and administrative support to the Health and Wellness Division.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in coordination of the needs of 60+ students, including dental software training, patient scheduling, program requirements, and clinic protocol adherence.
• Assist in training for students, faculty, and staff on dental software, scheduling systems, and clinic policies.
• Open and close the dental clinic, ensuring compliance with infection control, radiology, and sterilization protocols.
• Assist students in community outreach projects by preparing necessary materials and supplies.
• Assist in maintaining and providing documentation of patient treatment for accreditation self-study and site visits.
• Assist in communication between students, patients, faculty, and external dental professionals.