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Registered Dental Assistant

University of Southern California

Los Angeles, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$23–$26.50 Per Hour
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
POSTED
4 days ago
This position will start as a fixed-term for 6 months with the possibility of getting converted to permanent. Since 1897, the Ostrow School of Dentistry has shaped talented students into outstanding dentists and dental hygienists. Our challenging clinical education and our expert faculty members provide future oral health professionals with the skills they need to become the best. Dentists and dental hygienists are consistently viewed as some of the most trusted and respected professionals who serve the public, and our graduates are part of the reason. The Ostrow School of Dentistry not only educates excellent clinicians but also produces professionals who earn their patients' trust with an unyielding commitment to exemplary ethical standards. Our graduates also earn the respect of their colleagues, taking active leadership roles in the organized dentistry community from local to international levels. USC Dental Clinic in the Union Rescue Mission has been in operation for over 25 years. The clinic primarily provide comprehensive dental services for people experiencing homelessness. The clinic is run by the help of dental faculty, staff members and dental students. We are seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to join the Department of Dental Public Health and Community Outreach Programs at the Union Rescue Mission. The candidate must be willing to work in different location off campus. This department is seeking an individual who can handle a fast-paced workload and can work with a variety of different personalities. Please upload your resume, RDA license and BLS/CPR. Job Summary: Provides both administrative and comprehensive skilled chair-side assisting services for patients during dental treatment procedures for clinical faculty, doctoral dental students, and post-doctoral students in clinical unit(s) and/or affiliated practices. Maintains inventory of disposable materials, medications, dental instruments, equipment, and supplies in the dental operatory and those required for daily operation. Organizes supplies and equipment to minimize loss and maximize utilization. Performs regular audits to ensure the removal of expired materials. Maintains a clean and orderly clinic. Sterilizes and disinfects instruments and equipment in accordance with established procedures. Prepares treatment/clinical areas for patient care. Organizes and prepares trays for dental procedures, readies and mixes materials, and maintains adequate inventories in each operatory. Preps patients and assists dentists with procedures. Obtains vital signs and monitors patients for complications. Cleans up following procedures, disposes of waste, disinfects area after each patient, and sets up for next patient in accordance with established procedures. Prepares materials for making impressions and restorations, as needed. Exposes and processes digital radiography or traditional x-rays. Practices radiation safety at all times when using dental radiographs generators. Assists with patient registration, appointment scheduling, billing, filing, scanning, and other related administrative support duties as required. Obtains dental history and records from patients and ensures health histories are recorded and current. Provides patient education and treatment planning information as directed by attending faculty providers, or by students.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Associate's Degree Experience: 2-4 years Field of Expertise: Working knowledge of dental management systems, preferably AxiUm. Bilingual skills in (Spanish and English) verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated experience and skills in a variety of dental disciplines. USC provides benefits-eligible employees with a broad range of benefits and perks to help protect your (and your family health, wealth, and future, including health insurance, a retirement account, life insurance, tuition benefits, university facility discounts, and more. To know more about the benefits and perks that USC offers, please visit: https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks/ The hourly rate range for this position is $23.00 - $26.50. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. Minimum Education: Specialized/technical training Minimum Certifications: BLS/CPR Minimum Experience: 1 year Minimum Skills: Chairside experience in a dental environment or private practice in one or more recognized dental disciplines (e.g., general/prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery). Working knowledge of HIPAA compliance, PPO, and dental terminology Demonstrated experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, with proven interpersonal and multitasking skills. Working knowledge of proper sterilization and instrument management techniques. Excellent written and oral communication skills, and orientation for teamwork. Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures. Maintains working knowledge of First Aid, CPR, and Automated External Defibrillator use. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training and Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) training. Clear tuberculosis (TB) test or chest X-ray required prior to the first day of employment. Preferred Education: Associate's degree Preferred Certifications: California Orthodontic Assistant Permit, California Dental Sedation Assistant Permit, California Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Assistant Certification. California Registered Dental Assistant with Extended Functions Permit (RDAEF), Preferred Skills: Working knowledge of axiUm dental management systems, or similar. Proficiency in written and conversational Spanish, and/or multilingual communication skills. Demonstrated experience and skills in a variety of dental disciplines. Skilled at clinical documentation, gathering and inputting data, maintaining filing systems and logs, and coordinating the work of others. USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. Notice of Non-discrimination Employment Equity Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report USC is a smoke-free environment Digital Accessibility If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$142945.htmld USC is a leading private research university located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles – a global center for arts, technology and international business. As the largest private employer in the city – responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region – we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Family - the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work. Application help If you need assistance during the application process, see our application help. (If you already work for USC, see Your USC career.) At any point you may also contact our HR Service Center for help at (213) 821-8100 or uschr@usc.edu. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit!

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