Dental Assistant Dispensary Central Sterilization Clerk

Dental Assistant Dispensary Central Sterilization Clerk

Posting Number: S01776
Campus:
Department: 1915-Dental Center

Classification Pay Scale

In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum: $22.00 Hourly
Maximum: $24.17 Hourly

Job Summary

Support the clinical faculty, dental students, and other clinical support staff in the CDM Clinical Sites including the pre-clinical simulation laboratory. Prepare, dispense, and maintain dental instruments, supplies and equipment.

• Support clinic operations.
• Support administrative clinical staff.
• Support the educational mission of CDM.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job.

Knowledge:

• Must have demonstrated knowledge in aseptic infection control and sterilization techniques as they relate to dental practice.

Skills:

• Must be a Dental Assistant in the State of California; have a minimum of one year experience as a dental assistant.
• Excellent verbal, listening and written communication skills.

Abilities:

• Must be able to effectively interact with health care professionals, students, and patients. Bilingual ability helpful.
• Proficient with computers, use of dental technology, electronic health record, printers, calculator, fax machine, copy machine operation, electronic mail, video communications programs and telephone operation.
• Continuous abilities in creating a safe, effective environment for patient care, and teamwork.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent
• Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Experience:

• One or more years of experience as a dental assistant in a clinic, hospital clinic or dental office.

Licensure and Certification:

• Current Basic Life Support certification and CA radiation safety certification.
• Must have completed or be able to complete within 90 days of hire: a California Dental Board approved course in the Dental Practice Act and a California Board approved course in infection control.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

• Bilingual (Spanish/English).
• Familiar with Denti-Cal regulations.
• Previous experience in dental education.
• Possess a dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school.
• Possess a current RDA license.

Posting Date: 04/24/2026
Closing Date: