Dental Assistant

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid vacation

Educational benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Dental Assistant for the Office of Clinical Affairs-Extramural Clinics. The assistant will play a key role in daily operations, working closely with dentists and hygienists while handling a variety of administrative and clinical tasks.

This position involves preparing treatment rooms, assisting during examinations, and maintaining patient records. Applicants should have completion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program, CPR certification, and be a certified Dental Assistant in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Dental Assisting Program.
• Certified Dental Assistant in New Jersey.
• Current CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during patient examinations and treatments.
• Prepare rooms with instruments and supplies for dental procedures.
• Maintain patient records according to quality assurance guidelines.

Skills

Dental Assistance

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting Program

Certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA)

CPR Certification

Tools

Dental Instruments

Radiologic Technology Equipment

Job description

Overview

New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating universitywide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Dental Assistant within the Office of Clinical Affairs-Extramural Clinics at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine.

The Dental Assistant is responsible for the daily routine operations of a site for the Extramural Clinics. In this role, the Dental Assistant will assist the dentist during examinations and treatment of patients and assist dental hygienist, if needed. This position also includes performing both chairside and desk-side duties. Additionally, the Dental Assistant performs administrative, sterilizing, and miscellaneous tasks, including but not limited to inventory, supply ordering, equipment maintenance, laboratory duties, and radiation badge maintenance. This position also includes covering as a dental assistant as needed within the Extramural Clinics.

• Prepares room for each patient, which includes setting up instruments and supplies.
• Seats patients, adjust chairs & light, drape patients with protective covers.
• Takes and records vital signs on each patient at each appointment and update medical history. Obtains doctors' signatures/initials.
• Passes instruments to doctor during examination and treatment of patients.
• Charts results of doctors' examination.
• Prepares dental materials for the dentist's use.
• Maintains patient's records in accordance with Quality Assurance Guidelines.
• Pours models, trims and evaluates the quality of diagnostic casts.
• Give post-operative instructions to patients and dismiss them.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting Program.

• Certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA) in the State of New Jersey.
• Valid Dental Radiologic Technology License issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
• CPR Certification.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing required.
• No special vision requirements.
• Must be able to lift or exert force up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment

• General dental office environment.
• No significant exposure to noise levels.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Pre‑employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement