Dental Dispensary Aide

Since 1897, the Ostrow School of Dentistry has shaped talented students into outstanding dentists and dental hygienists. Our challenging clinical education and our expert faculty members provide future oral health professionals with the skills they need in order to become the best.

We, at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, are all committed to maintaining an environment of excellence and eminence, and this commitment shines through in all that we do.

Job Summary:
Join the dynamic team at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC as a Dental Dispensary Aide. In this role, you will assist in the operation and maintenance of one or more dental dispensaries. Your responsibilities include prepackaging and distributing dental materials and equipment to students and faculty, maintaining inventory, and ensuring the dispensaries operate efficiently. You'll also play a crucial role in supporting pre-clinical classes and maintaining a clean, organized dispensary environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Equipment Management: Control distribution of clinical equipment by signing and scanning items in and out, and notifying students or doctors of unreturned items.
• Material Preparation: Prepackage dental materials according to protocols, prepare solutions, and follow proper handling techniques for equipment and chemicals.
• Dispensary Maintenance: Keep dispensaries clean and orderly, disinfect and sterilize equipment, and ensure shelves are stocked appropriately.
• Data Entry: Transfer data from handheld scanning devices to the computer system, maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Operational Support: Open clinic or pre-clinic dispensaries, prepare for daily operations, and manage supplies, lab coats, and other inventory needs.
• Compliance: Adhere to protocols for handling used instruments, disposable materials, and dental materials.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned to support the dispensary's efficient operation.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of related work experience, preferably with some dental assisting exposure.
• Certifications: Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• Skills:
  • Service-oriented with strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with faculty, staff, and students.
  • Knowledge of computer operations and inventory systems (e.g., Axium).
  • Completion of HIPAA, Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP), and Payment Card Industry (PCI) training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with dental assisting processes.

Why Join Us?
At the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, you'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to academic and professional excellence. We value teamwork, innovation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the education of future dental professionals.

The hourly rate for this position is $21.00 - $22.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

Minimum Education: High school or equivalent Minimum Certifications: BLS/CPR Minimum Experience: <1 year Minimum Skills: Service oriented and ability to interact effectively with faculty, staff and students. Requires knowledge of computer operations. Some experience in dental assisting. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) training, Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) training, Axium training, and Payment Card Industry (PCI) training.