Incumbent functions as a Dental Assistant (DA) chairside assistant in the UCLA Faculty Group Dental Practice (FGDP). The FGDP is a dental practice with more than 25 faculty general dentists and specialists. Responsibilities include performing all (DA) duties as allowed by the Dental Board of California including general dentistry, endodontics, oral and implant surgery, fixed and removable prosthodontics, pediatrics, periodontics, and orthodontics. The incumbent will perform other clinical support activities as requested by the supervisor. The DA reports to the FGDP Practice Manager and will be under the direct/general supervision of the faculty during patient care procedures when required by the Dental Board of California. The DA may also be accountable to peers placed in leadership positions within their divisional focus and responsibilities. The DA is expected to perform responsibilities independently and to prioritize and organize work to ensure that all assigned duties are completed in a timely manner including a portion of their time for miscellaneous duties. The DA is also expected to dedicate their efforts to helping others, covering when colleagues are absent, learning and expanding their industry knowledge, and generally willing to expand duties and assist with other projects as the need may arise. Delegated projects and performance are to be reviewed by the Practice Manager periodically. A performance evaluation will be undertaken on an annual basis with input regarding clinical techniques and work performance solicited from faculty dental practitioners.

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Why work at UCLA? Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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