AEGD Dental Assistant: Clinical & Front-Office Support

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks a Dental Assistant for the AEGD Clinic to provide comprehensive clinical and administrative support. This role includes chair‑side assistance across restorative, periodontal, endodontic, oral surgery, implant and IV sedation cases, plus sterilization and front‑office duties on a rotating schedule.

Applicants should hold California certification as a Dental Assistant, a California Radiation Safety license, and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental terminology, materials, and four‑handed dentistry.
• Aseptic and infection control procedures to prevent cross‑contamination.
• Follow sterilization and infection control protocols, including infectious disease scenarios.
• Understanding of University policies regarding patient care.
• Ability to recognize and respond to dental/medical emergencies.
• Strong organizational skills; manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Maintain inventory of instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Provide professional patient relations and handle difficult patients.
• Clear verbal/telephone communication to staff, patients, and faculty.
• Collaborate effectively with faculty, co‑workers, students, patients, and staff.
• Ability to communicate bilingually in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair‑side assisting for diverse dental procedures.
• Perform sterilization duties and support front office operations on a rotation.
• Assist with patient scheduling and coordination of care.
• Maintain materials, supplies, and instrument inventory.
• Ensure adherence to safety, infection control, and clinical protocols.

Skills

Dental terminology and materials

Aseptic technique

Infection control

University policies

Emergency response

Organization and prioritization

Inventory management

Patient relations

Verbal/telephone communication

Team cooperation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

California certification as Dental Assistant

California State Radiation Safety license

CPR certificate

Job description

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks a Dental Assistant for the AEGD Clinic to provide comprehensive clinical and administrative support. This role includes chair‑side assistance across restorative, periodontal, endodontic, oral surgery, implant and IV sedation cases, plus sterilization and front‑office duties on a rotating schedule.

Applicants should hold California certification as a Dental Assistant, a California Radiation Safety license, and CPR certification.