Dental Assistant

United States·Los Angelesmid

Dental AssistantHealthcare Clinical

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Key Responsibilities

Sets up treatment/clinical area for patients Obtains dental history and records from patients Prepares materials for making impressions and restorations Maintains inventory of dental instruments,

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Dental AssistantHealthcare Clinical

Responsibilities

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→Sets up treatment/clinical area for patients
→Obtains dental history and records from patients
→Prepares materials for making impressions and restorations
→Maintains inventory of dental instruments, equipment, and supplies in the dental operatory
→Assists with patient registration and provide patient education and treatment planning
→The individual must be able to work independently with moderate technical guidance

Four handed dentistry/chair side assistant for all procedures; this includes:
- Sedations
- Assisting residents during comprehensive dental treatment done in the operating room.
Translating English to Spanish and Spanish to English
Taking digital x-rays & panoramic radiographs and assisting with all clinic duties
Sterilize instruments

USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff & their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans; tuition benefits for staff & their family; free professional development online courses; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses & free tram pick up services; discounts to football, basketball & other campus events. http://benefits.usc.edu/i-am/full-time/

The hourly rate for this position is $22.00/hour. 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 Experience: 6 - 12 months
Minimum Field of Expertise: Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program. Six to twelve months of chair-side experience 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-pace environment. Demonstrated team-oriented and collaborative work style. Ability to travel to and from work at various local locations.

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Location & Eligibility

Where is the job

Los Angeles, United States

On-site at the office

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About this job

Pay per year: ≈ $45,760 a year; 7% below the $49,452 median for Dental Assistant jobs on Jobera (285 salaries).
Who can apply: United States
Posted: Today
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