Dental Assistant II

Department 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 universitywide, 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, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Dental Assistant II within the Rutgers Health University Dental Associates at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. The Dental Assistant II provides support to faculty at RHUDA -New Brunswick. In this role, the Dental Assistant II performs work related to the care, sterilization, packing, and disbursement of equipment and supplies. The Dental Assistant II also maintains all aspects of sterilization procedures related to dental instruments and supplies associated with patient care within the various clinical operations. Additionally, the Dental Assistant II provides chair side dental assisting to providers in all disciplines and takes various dental x-rays as assigned by providers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Reviews providers schedule and sets up treatment rooms for procedures being performed. Assists various faculty chairside in the delivery of outstanding quality care. Maintains inventory of supplies, instruments and equipment according to department policy. Restocks equipment and supplies in the examination rooms and supply area. Reports depleted items following the established procedure. Checks returned instruments and prepares them for sterilization. Examines equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indication of disrepair, verifying that equipment functions properly. Reports findings of defective equipment and maintenance needs as per department protocol. Exposes and scans digital radiographs using digital sensor or phosphor plate. Exposes Panoramic, Cephalometric and CBCT x-rays using specialized machinery. Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety and environmental and infection control standards. Operates and monitors sterilization equipment, steam autoclaves, sonic washers and other sterilization equipment. Decontaminates, processes and sterilizes instruments and treatment equipment with proper handling to prevent loss or damage. Ensures quality and consistency of the sterilization process. Checks for past due patient visits. Aids front desk area with scheduling patient visits. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 155 Salary Details Minimum Salary 24.020 Mid Range Salary 24.520 Maximum Salary 25.260 Offer Information 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. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: 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 Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 40.00 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. Union Description Teamsters 97 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft 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 Knowledge of dental terminology, decontamination, sterilization, assembly, packing and monitoring of instrumentation required. 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 Three (3) years of experience in a dental setting with a combination of dental assisting and sterile processing preferred. 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 ENVIRONMENT

Noisy, busy clinical, and sterilization area, temperature fluctuations (hot and cold). Special Conditions Posting Number

26ST1462

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