Dental Manager Pulaski, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=61+Delano+St.+Pulaski+NY+USA+13142) Description + Oversee the daily operations of the Dental Program, ensuring adequate coverage and support to carry out all business functions. + Represent the Dental Department at school-based health center, Quality Management, and Supervisor meetings as well as any additional meetings as requested. + Process Lab Case Invoices thru Microix. + Manage enrollment of the school-based dental program. + Prepare and compile summary of Peer Reviews + Prepare and compile requested quality reports, including but not limited to Soft Tissue/Exam, Prophy/Fluoride and Sealant reports monthly/quarterly. + Work as a liaison between ConnextCare and the electronic dental record vendor. + Monitor payments from patients for dental procedures. + Knowledge in all aspects of the practice management and electronic dental record system. + Train staff on practice management and electronic dental record systems. + Participate in employee recruitment and interview process. + Address and resolve employee concerns, communicate resolution to supervisor + Complete and administer employee evaluations. + Address patient concerns, following the quality management process + Ability to react to change productively and handle other essential task as assigned + Maintain continual communication with the Senior Management Team + Ensure compliance of appropriate Joint Commission standards + Oversee the training of new staff and administer competencies to evaluate understanding of roles + Develop and oversee multi-site/department clerical schedule to ensure adequate coverage + Have flexibility to perform and provide coverage within the department when needed + Dissemination of any pertinent updates to clerical staff + Facilitate staff monthly meetings and update action register + Perform chart audits and report findings/trends + To engage in Patient Centered Medical Home initiatives + Other duties and responsibilities as may be requested by your supervisor or management Requirements + Minimum education of Associates Degree required + Supervisory/Management experience required. + Strong ability to firmly pursue payments on accounts. + Verbal and written communications skills + Use proper judgment and decision making skills + Comply and enforce the organizations code of conduct, safety rules and adheres to all company policies. + Carry out job responsibilities in an ethical, effective and professional manner. + Cooperate, work and communicate with staff, supervisors, management and visitors to our facility in a professional manner. + Computer proficiency with Microsoft Suite and the Practice Management System. + Ability to display compassion and work well in stressful situations. + Must be keenly aware of the importance of confidentiality in all aspects of the position. Salary Description $50,000+/year depending on experience