Dental X-Ray Technician I

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a Dental X-Ray Technician I for a 6-month fixed-term role at the Los Angeles campus. The position requires taking digital X-rays, wiring into axiUm, and providing chair-side assistance to students and faculty.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma and Radiation Safety certificate with BLS/CPR. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and patient-focused service in a busy dental school clinic.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and specialized radiography training.
• Radiation Safety certificate and BLS/CPR required.
• Ability to independently perform full range of intraoral X-rays with modern equipment.

Responsibilities

• Take digital intraoral X-rays and input images into axiUm dental software.
• Schedule appointments and perform data entry.
• Demonstrate proper use of X-ray equipment and digital imagery to students and faculty.
• Provide chair-side assistance to students, residents, and faculty.
• Assemble and prepare patient records for charting.
• Forward X-ray images to the chart area in a timely manner.
• Assist faculty in supervising students’ clinical/laboratory experiences.
• Critique student-exposed radiographs for technical quality.
• Maintain clean, professional work areas and perform routine equipment cleaning.

Skills

Interpersonal patient service

Multitasking

HIPAA compliance

Dental terminology

X-ray proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Radiation Safety certificate

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

## Dental X-Ray Technician IApply: Los Angeles, CA - University Park Campus: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 14, 2026 (29 days left to apply): REQ20172813Since 1897, the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry has shaped talented students into outstanding dentists and dental hygienists. Our challenging clinical education and our expert faculty members provide future oral health professionals with the skills they need in order to become the best. Dentists and dental hygienists are consistently viewed as some of the most trusted and respected professionals that serve the public, and our graduates are part of the reason. The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry not only educates excellent clinicians but also produces professionals who earn their patients’ trust with unyielding commitment to exemplary ethical standards.The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry is seeking a 6-month Fixed Term **Dental X-Ray Technician** to join its team! This individual will perform all routine intraoral radiographic procedures and take digital panoramic and occlusal radiographs for patient care.**Job Accountabilities:*** Take digital X-rays and input digital images into dental management software (axiUm).* Schedules appointments and data entry.* Demonstrates to students and faculty the proper use of X-ray equipment and digital imagery. Provides input to students and faculty on appropriate X-ray procedures.* Provides dental chair-side assistance to students, residents, and faculty.* Assembles and prepares patient records.* Ensures patient x-rays are forwarded to chart area.* Assists faculty in supervision of students’ clinical/laboratory experience. Critiques student exposed radiographs for technical quality.* Maintains clean, business-like and professional work areas. Performs scheduled equipment cleaning and maintenance procedures. Alerts supervisor to equipment malfunctions on a timely basis.* Complies with radiation health and safety procedures and infection control procedures.**The Trojan Family Rewards:** We pride ourselves in creating the BEST USC EXPERIENCE, and that begins with our employees! We offer a wide variety of benefits and programs that support our staff and their families including. For more information, please visit http://benefits.usc.eduThis support advocates for work-life balance and employee well-being. As members of the Trojan family, employees are connected by the traditions and history that make us proud to be Trojans!As an equal opportunity employer, USC values and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. The work culture thrives on mutual respect, trust, and synergy amongst all of its members.**FIGHT ON!**The hourly rate range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00. 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.USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.Minimum Education: High school or equivalent Specialized/technical training Minimum Certifications: Radiation Safety certificate BLS/CPR Minimum Experience: <1 year (i.e., 0 - 6 months). Minimum Skills: Ability to independently perform full range of X-Rays with modern X-Ray equipment. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal patient service skills and the ability to multitask Demonstrable working knowledge of HIPAA compliance, and dental terminology. Preferred Experience: 1 year <1 year (i.e., 3 months) in a dental externship. **USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the****Background Screening Policy Appendix D****for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.****We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at [phone], or by email at [e-mail]. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.**