Bilingual Client Service Specialist, Dental (Mobile)

Bilingual Dental Client Services SpecialistIf you're looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.This is a grant-funded position.Position Overview:The Bilingual Dental Client Services Specialist (CSS) performs programmatic, administrative and logistical duties of a difficult nature involving considerable variety and complexity of assignments and requiring independent judgment in applying guidelines to assigned work tasks. This role is key to implementation of the day-to-day program activities and/or services for the dental programs of Harris County Public Health (HCPH). The CSS is responsible for facilitating all tasks in accordance with all HCPH and Dental Program protocols. This role requires the adaptability to work in multiple capacities to ensure efficient operations for the clinics, mobile unit, community programs and school-based programs.Duties & Responsibilities:Provide preparation, set-up, and support for dental programs and events, encompassing patient registration, preparation, and event logistics.Prepare and assemble supplies and documents required for dental events, maintain an inventory of dental resources, and ensure timely submission of requests for additional supplies.Greet patients/participants upon arrival, coordinate patient registration, and ensure proper integration of all event/visit documents into the appropriate computer program.Maintain an active, reliable presence at health fairs and other community venues, furnishing accurate information for community members seeking dental services within HCPH programs.Conduct follow-up calls and communication with patients/participants and prospective individuals.Answer telephone inquiries, screen calls to determine the nature and urgency of inquiries, refer calls as appropriate, and schedule appointments with dental clinical staff. Instruct patients as needed regarding further resources, confirm scheduled appointments, and update appointment status in Dentrix electronic records.Prepare and utilize reports to ensure accuracy, support proper records documentation, and document patient and community encounters. Additionally, perform patient eligibility screening and verify insurance eligibility.Provide age-specific dental education to patients and participants. Other duties as assigned.Harris County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIf you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.netRequirementsEducation:Health Related Technical Field Certification or Associate's DegreeExperience:At least six (6) months of experience in a clinical office setting or community programCertifications/Licenses:Valid Texas Driver's License (upon hire)Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers if required for certification or CPRLanguage:Bilingual (Spanish/English)Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)Ability to work well with public and staff membersMust use your personal mobile device for our Multifactor Authentication process.Core Competencies:Organizational Leadership:Understands the organizational missionUnderstands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trustDemonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of othersCollaboration:Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and missionDemonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the groupCollaborates with others to improve quality and address needsInnovation:Ability to adapt to changeInterpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics:Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respectBehaves in an honest, fair, and ethical mannerAssesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknessesUses sound judgmentSelf-motivatedOrganizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivityCommunication:Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingNOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.General InformationPosition Type and Typical Hours of Work:This is a full-time position - funded through special revenue position.Monday through Friday, from 8AM to 5PM. However, times may vary due to the variability of an event-based schedule.Other days and hours as necessary.Work Environment:This job operates in both a clinical environment as well as in alternative community-based settings including mobile dental events in different locations throughout Harris County. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and scanners.Physical Demands:This role requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.Work Location:Primary Reporting Address: 7457 Harwin Drive, Suite 324, Houston, TX 77036Mobile Dental Team: This position is part of the Mobile Dental Team, which requires travel to multiple community locations within Harris County, as directed. Applicants must be flexible and willing to work at various locations.Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.Harris County Employee BenefitsHarris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:Medical CoverageDental CoverageVision CoverageWellness PlanLife InsuranceLong-Term Disability (LTD) InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Healthcare Flexible Spending AccountDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountPaid Time Off (PTO)Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)Eleven (11) County-observed holidaysOne (1) floating holiday per yearPaid Parental Leave*Sick LeaveRetirement Savings Benefit:457 Deferred Compensation PlanThe following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:Professional learning & development opportunitiesRetirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)Flexible work schedule