Dental Assistant Job at University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles

This position will start as a fixed-term for 6 months with the possibility of getting converted to permanent. We are accepting Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) applicants. 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. USC's Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to join the Department of Dental Public Health and Community Outreach Programs. The candidate must be willing to work in different locations 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 DA diploma/RDA license, resume, and CPR certification. 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. Works independently with moderate technical guidance. Minimum Requirements: Minimum Education: Specialized/technical training Minimum Experience: 3 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Three years chairside experience directly in a dental environment or private practice in one or more recognized dental disciplines (general/prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, pedodontics, orthodontics, special patients). Working knowledge of HIPAA compliance, PPO and dental terminology. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal patient service skills, and ability to multi-task. Working knowledge of proper sterilization and instrument management techniques. Demonstrated experience in a high volume, fast paced environment. Demonstrated team-oriented and collaborative work style. Ability to travel to and from various local locations. Possesses a current California Registered Dental Assistant License, current California X-Ray Certificate, current CPR Certification, and current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Certification. 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 $24.00 - $27.00. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr