Dental Assistant II

Davita Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in New Jersey seeks a Dental Assistant II to support clinical operations within its dental school. The role includes assisting faculty and students, maintaining sterilization protocols, and inventory management. This position requires a valid Radiologic Technology license and CPR certification.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Paid vacation

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Valid Radiologic Technology license issued by NJ Department of Environmental Protection.
• Valid American Heart Association CPR certification.
• Experience preferred: three years in a dental setting.

Responsibilities

• Support students and faculty in patient care clinics.
• Maintain sterilization procedures and inventory of supplies.
• Assist dental students chairside.

Skills

Knowledge of dental terminology

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Valid Radiologic Technology license

Valid CPR certification

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

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 university wide, 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.

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Dental Assistant II
Job Category	Academic - Allied Health - Dental Assisting
Department	RSDM-Clinical affairs
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Dental Assistant II within the Clinical Affairs Department of the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine (RSDM). The Dental Assistant II provides support to students and faculty in the RSDM patient care clinics. The Dental Assistant II also performs work related to the care, sterilization, packing and disbursement of equipment and supplies. In addition, the Dental Assistant II maintains all aspects of sterilization procedures related to dental instruments and supplies associated with patient care within the various clinical operations. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Issue equipment, instruments and supplies to students and faculty. Performs duties relating to dispensary as assigned. Assists dental students chairside in the delivery of quality oral health care. Maintains inventory of supplies, loaned instruments and equipment according to department policy. Restocks equipment and supplies in the dispensary and clinic, reporting depleted items following the established procedure. Checks returned instruments and prepares them for sterilization. Delivers to and retrieves instruments from Central Sterilization according to department schedule. Exposes and scans digital radiographs using digital sensor or phosphor plate.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	155
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	22.500
Mid Range Salary	23.000
Maximum Salary	23.690
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: 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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	35.00
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
Union Description	Teamsters 97
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Valid Radiologic Technology license issued by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection. Valid American Heart Association CPR certification.
Certifications/Licenses	Valid Radiologic Technology license issued by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection. Valid American Heart Association CPR certification.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Knowledge of dental Terminology, decontamination, sterilization, assembly, packing and monitoring of instrumentation required. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to multi task and prioritize assigned work.
Preferred Qualifications	Preferred, three (3) years of experience in a dental setting with a combination of dental assisting and sterile processing.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Physical Demands: Sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently walking, bending and reaching ( overhead, extensive, and repetitive). Must have the ability to lift/push/pull greater than 50 pounds. WORK ENVIROMENT: Noisy, busy clinical and sterilization area, temperature fluctuations ( hot and cold).
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0643
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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, 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.

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