Hospital Case Coordinator
Hospital Case Coordinator
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Job Description
Under the general supervision of the Clinic Manager Special Care Clinic assists students and faculty in all clinical aspects of patient care and treatment and coordinates all aspects of the hospital cases for the Special Care Clinic. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity equity and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decisionmaking that demonstrates awareness of and responsiveness to the ways sociocultural forces related to race gender ability sexuality socioeconomic status etc. impede or propel students faculty and staff.
Essential Functions
Perform patient care duties related to hospital dentistry to include schedule operating room cases organize and prioritize awaiting cases schedule OR screenings place confirmation telephone calls retrieve/dispense charts file xrays. Work with care providers and regional centers for paperwork and consent. Explain Special Care Clinic policies/procedures as they relate to dental treatment and financial obligations. Put together patient chart with all appropriate paperwork to include medical history/physical results; fax information to hospital as needed; set up appointment for preoperative physical exams as needed. Work with appropriate hospital personnel to order hospital supplies; clean and maintain dental/hospital inventory and equipment. Dental assist in the operating room; take and mount xrays; maintain and sterilize dental instruments. Perform chairside duties in the Special Care Clinic to include fourhanded dentistry. Pour diagnostic models and perform minor laboratory procedures. Assist with and conduct Special Care Clinic and community public relations projects. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Clinic Manager Special Care Clinic.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of: Dental terminology and treatments. Dental insurance billing procedures. Chairside dental assisting. Dental assisting in a hospital environment Sterilization and infection control procedures. Emergency procedures including CPR . General office methods. Ability to: Communicate effectively with students faculty staff and patients. Apply patient management and time management skills. Project a professional image. Work in fast paced environment and maintain professional composure and demeanor. Manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously. Experience: Minimum of one year increasing responsibility in a dental office or dental school to include chairside dental assisting. Minimum of one year experience in hospital dentistry. Education/Licenses: High school diploma or equivalent. Current RDA license. Current California xray license. Current CPR certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience: Experience in MediCal billing strongly preferred. Education/Licenses: Current CDA license desirable. Other: Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice equity and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
