Dental Assistant II

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Brunswick is looking for a qualified individual to perform dental assisting duties in a patient-centered environment. Responsibilities include setting up treatment rooms, assisting in procedures, and maintaining inventory. A valid Radiologic Technology license and CPR certification are required.

This role offers a range of benefits including medical coverage, paid vacation, and educational benefits, ensuring a supportive workplace for staff.

Qualifications

• Valid Radiologic Technology license issued by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection.
• Valid American Heart Association CPR certification.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, decontamination, sterilization, assembly, packing, and monitoring of instrumentation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to multitask and prioritize assigned work.

Responsibilities

• Review providers’ schedules and set up treatment rooms for procedures.
• Assist faculty chairside in delivering quality dental care.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, instruments, and equipment; restock and report depleted items.

Skills

Radiologic Technology license

CPR certification

Dental terminology knowledge

Interpersonal and communication skills

Multitasking and prioritization

Job description

Overview

New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), is an integrated institution that values education, clinical care, and research. The Dental Associates of Rutgers School of Dental Medicine (RHUDA) at New Brunswick offers patient‑centered care and training for dental faculty, students, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Review providers’ schedules and set up treatment rooms for procedures.
• Assist faculty chairside in delivering quality dental care.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, instruments, and equipment; restock and report depleted items.
• Check returned instruments and prepare them for sterilization.
• Inspect equipment for leaks, wear, or defects; report findings and maintenance needs.
• Expose and scan digital radiographs using sensors or phosphor plates.
• Expose panoramic, cephalometric, and CBCT x-rays with specialized machinery.
• Assist with departmental policies, quality improvement, safety, environmental, and infection‑control standards.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment (steam autoclaves, sonic washers, etc.) to ensure quality and consistency.
• Verify past‑due patient visits and aid front‑desk scheduling.

Qualifications

• Valid Radiologic Technology license issued by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection.
• Valid American Heart Association CPR certification.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, decontamination, sterilization, assembly, packing, and monitoring of instrumentation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to multitask and prioritize assigned work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in a dental setting combining dental assisting and sterile processing.

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

Other Information

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

Immunization Requirements: Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, prospective employees must provide proof of seasonal influenza vaccination during the Flu Season unless a medical or religious exemption is granted.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Rutgers University provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.