Registered Dental Assistant Applicant Pool (Ongoing)

Western University of Health Sciences; California (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution as a Registered Dental Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in delivering quality oral health care. This position involves assisting clinical faculty and dental students, ensuring efficient patient care in a collaborative environment. With a focus on humanism and teamwork, you'll engage in chairside duties, support clinic operations, and contribute to the educational mission of the College of Dental Medicine. If you are passionate about dental health and committed to excellence, this ongoing recruitment opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have current California RDA license and Basic Life Support certification.
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a dental assistant required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical faculty and students in patient care as a chairside dental assistant.
• Support clinic operations and assist with patient-related tasks.

Skills

Registered Dental Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support Certification

Communication Skills

Computer Proficiency

Bilingual Ability

Education

Any combination of education, training, or experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Portable Dental Units

Sterilization Units

Job description

Registered Dental Assistant Applicant Pool (Ongoing)

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.

At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.

This is a continuous recruitment application pool to fill full-time, Registered Dental Assistant positions on an as-needed basis. Applications are accepted year-round and will remain in the pool.

Job Summary

To assist clinical faculty, dental students, and other clinical support staff in the provision of oral health care to patients in the College of Dental Medicine Clinics with a primary role at The Dental Center in Pomona. Facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care working as part of a multidisciplinary dental team, with the primary role as chairside dental assistant.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be a Registered Dental Assistant in the State of California.
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a dental assistant.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with computers and electronic health records.
• Experience using portable dental units and sterilization units.
• Bilingual ability is helpful.

Required Qualifications

Education: Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Experience: Three or more years of experience as an RDA in a clinic, hospital clinic, or dental office.

Licensure and Certification: Must have current California RDA license and current Basic Life Support certification. Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Key Responsibilities

• Chairside dental assistant duties, including operatory set-up and breakdown; infection control protocols; preparation and maintenance of dental instruments, supplies, and equipment for each appointment.
• Provide basic supportive dental procedures under the direct supervision of a clinical dental faculty member.
• Support clinic operations, including inventory control and equipment maintenance.
• Assist the administrative clinical staff with patient-related tasks.
• Support the educational mission of the clinical faculty by teaching students how to function as a dental assistant.
• Participate in required training and compliance activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule

Usual hours are Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm with the possibility of earlier or later start time. Evening or weekends may be required.

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum: $21.00

Maximum: $25.00

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this job require lifting. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, and peripheral vision.

Posting Information

Posting Number: S01508

Posting Date: 09/04/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Conditions of Employment

Successful fulfillment of a background check may be required.

Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)

Western University provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Required License/Certification

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Additional Applicant Document