University of Southern California
Dental Assistant
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Dental Assistant
University of Southern California – (Job ID REQ20168793, Posted Date 01/09/2026)
Job Summary
Provides both administrative and comprehensive skilled chair-side assisting services for patients during dental treatment procedures for clinical faculty, doctoral dental students, and post-doctoral students in clinical unit(s) and/or affiliated practices.
Works independently with moderate technical guidance.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Associate’s Degree.
Experience: 6-12 months.
Field of Expertise: Working knowledge of dental management systems, preferably AxiUm; bilingual skills (Spanish and English) verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated experience and skills in a variety of dental disciplines.
Requirements
Minimum Education: Specialized/technical training.
Minimum Experience: 3 years.
Minimum Field of Expertise: Three years chairside experience directly in a dental environment or private practice in one or more recognized dental disciplines.
Working knowledge of HIPAA compliance, PPO and dental terminology.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal patient service skills and ability to multi-task; working knowledge of proper sterilization and instrument management techniques; experienced in high volume, fast paced environment; team-oriented and collaborative work style; ability to travel to and from various local locations.
Possesses current California Registered Dental Assistant License, current California X-Ray Certificate, current CPR Certification, and current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Certification.
Additional Information RDAs and DAs can apply. Please upload your resume, dental assisting diploma, and CPR.
Hourly rate range for this position is $19.50 – $25.00.
USC provides benefits-eligible employees with a broad range of benefits and perks to help protect your (and your family health, wealth, and future). For more information visit https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks/.
This position will start as a fixed-term for 6 months with the possibility of getting converted to permanent.
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Job Summary
Provides both administrative and comprehensive skilled chair-side assisting services for patients during dental treatment procedures for clinical faculty, doctoral dental students, and post-doctoral students in clinical unit(s) and/or affiliated practices.
Works independently with moderate technical guidance.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Associate’s Degree.
Experience: 6-12 months.
Field of Expertise: Working knowledge of dental management systems, preferably AxiUm; bilingual skills (Spanish and English) verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated experience and skills in a variety of dental disciplines.
Requirements
Minimum Education: Specialized/technical training.
Minimum Experience: 3 years.
Minimum Field of Expertise: Three years chairside experience directly in a dental environment or private practice in one or more recognized dental disciplines.
Working knowledge of HIPAA compliance, PPO and dental terminology.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal patient service skills and ability to multi-task; working knowledge of proper sterilization and instrument management techniques; experienced in high volume, fast paced environment; team-oriented and collaborative work style; ability to travel to and from various local locations.
Possesses current California Registered Dental Assistant License, current California X-Ray Certificate, current CPR Certification, and current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Certification.
Additional Information RDAs and DAs can apply. Please upload your resume, dental assisting diploma, and CPR.
Hourly rate range for this position is $19.50 – $25.00.
USC provides benefits-eligible employees with a broad range of benefits and perks to help protect your (and your family health, wealth, and future). For more information visit https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks/.
This position will start as a fixed-term for 6 months with the possibility of getting converted to permanent.
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