Registered Dental Assistant

Registered Dental Assistant

Full Time

Job Code: 009196 REG DENTAL AST

Job Category:
Dentistry

Our newly UCSF Dentistry clinic is a high‑volume, multi‑specialty dental clinic located in San Mateo. This flagship practice focuses on technology, integrated care, and an exceptional patient experience. Under the supervision of the clinic supervisor, the Registered Dental Assistant assists the dentist provider in the direct provision of primary care dental services. Responsibilities include preparing the operatory, exposing and developing radiographs, performing independent procedures delegated by the provider, maintaining equipment and work areas in compliance with UCSF policies, and supporting clinical and administrative functions.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on experience and internal equity. The salary range for this position is $31.53 - $39.63 (Hourly Rate).

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The UCSF School of Dentistry is committed to providing outstanding, integrated patient‑centered care. It prepares the next generation of clinicians and scientists, leading the world in research and patient care.

MISSION: Advancing health through excellence in patient care, education and discovery.

VISION: To be the preeminent innovator in oral and craniofacial health worldwide.

VALUES: Through our values, we demonstrate PRIDE in all that we do. Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.

We provide comprehensive oral health care services with over 120,000 patient visits per year.

We offer a four‑year DDS program and a two‑year international dentist program. Numerous specialty residencies, PhD and Master programs are offered.

The School is one of the preeminent oral and craniofacial research enterprises in the world.

• Possession of the legal requirements to practice as a Registered Dental Assistant as determined by the California Board of Dental Examiners; one year of experience; completion of an on‑the‑job or formal course in methods and techniques of conducting job training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of a program in dental assistance
• Current RDA license
• Current Dental X‑ray certification
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Familiar with infection control policies and procedures; HIPAA
• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of dental equipment and instruments
• Familiarity with dental terminology, materials, medication used during dental procedures
• Sound knowledge of various periodontic procedures and practices
• Good hand‑to‑eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Demonstrated excellence in reliability and attendance
• Able to multi‑task in fast‑paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
• Basic computer skills
• Experience in general dentistry or specialties (prosthodontics, endodontics, pedodontics, orthodontics)
• Experience taking x‑rays
• Excellent communication and patient‑care abilities

• Knowledge of Epic

• Possession of the legal requirements to practice as a Registered Dental Assistant as determined by the California Board of Dental Examiners
• Completion of a program in dental assistance
• Current RDA license
• Current Dental X‑ray certification
• Current CPR/BLS certification

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate‑level education, and excellence in patient care.

UCSF is a diverse community. We seek candidates prepared to contribute to our PRIDE values: professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence.

We are committed to equity and building a broadly diverse community.

The University of California 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.