Certified Dental Assistant

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Certified Dental Assistant Job Category Staff & Executive- Allied Health- Dental Assisting Department RSDM-Restorative Dentistry 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 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.

Posting Summary

Rutgers School of Dental Medicine (RSDM) is seeking a Certified Dental Assistant for the Department of Restorative Dentistry. This position will perform chair side and desk side duties within the Prosthodontics Postgraduate Program clinic. The person will assist during examination and treatment of patients and dispense dental materials and instruments. The Dental Assistant performs clerical, sterilizing and miscellaneous tasks for the program and serves as dispensary clerk on an as needed basis.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Takes, develops and mounts x-rays; maintains x-ray solutions and developer along with the maintenance of x-ray cleaning log.
• Charts examination under the direction of the doctor.
• Assists in implant procedures.
• Maintains inventory of implant components.
• Serves as backup sterilization assistant, cleans ultrasonic units as needed.
• Prepares clinical kits for students.
• Cleans up all discharged bodily fluid immediately.
• Prepares unit for provider and patient.
• Sets and drapes the patient to prepare for treatment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week 35 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 165 Position Salary 33924.80 Annual Minimum Salary 40768.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 41678.00 Annual Maximum Salary 42933.80 Standard Hours 35.00 Union Description Teamsters 97 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff- 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Certifications/Licenses

• Certificate of Dental Assistant (CDA) and Radiology Licensure from the Dental Assisting National Board.
• Must possess valid CPR card.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of dental experience is highly preferred.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull.
• No special vision requirements.
• Busy prosthodontic clinic.
• Moderate noise.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST0295 Posting Open Date 02/07/2024 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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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Certificate of Dental Assistant and Radiology Licensure?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application