Student Assistant - Dental Clinic

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

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Administrative Duties:
* Provides clerical and secretarial support to include check-in and consent process.
* Monitors reception area for patients in distress or for long wait times and acts to resolve.
* Schedules appointments accurately and appropriately.
* Assist patients with entering insurance information into the patient portal.
* Provides effective telephone coverage for incoming calls to the clinic.
* Forwards information, messages, or caller to appropriate individual.
* Communicate appropriate information to patients regarding their visit (preparation, expected timeframe, date, clinician, parking, etc)
* Interact with callers and staff in a helpful and courteous way.

Patient Care:
* Documents patient information clearly and accurately.
* Recognizes abnormal findings and urgent problems and seeks appropriate assistance.
* Always ensures patient and staff safety.
* Complete all assignments and procedures in a safe and efficient manner with minimal supervision.
* Respects confidentiality