Position: Research Teaching Dental AssistantDepartment: Preventive & Restorative Dental SciencesEmployment Type: Part TimeJob Code: 82327BRJob Summary The research, educational and clinical duties of the Research Educational Dental Assistant include:Conducting continuous quality improvement by participating in the development, implementation, and monitoring of quality metrics in research, education and clinical patient care.Refining and enhancing a dental diagnostic terminology in an electronic health record by using the terminology for research, education and patient care, investigating its validity and use from a research perspective.Research the dental aspects of patient safety by using patient safety triggers and verifying the triggers accuracy through chart audit.Identification, development and use of Dental Quality Improvement in research, education and patient care.Assist in educational planning, implementation and teaching dentistry to predoctoral dental students and residents (Advanced Education in General Dentistry).Assist faculty in educational activities, preparation and implementation in individual concepts/topics, sections and courses in Preclinical Education, Biomaterials & Education and AEGD.Utilize Clinical Decision Support in an electronic health record to improve knowledge of informatics science as it applies to dentistry.Adhering to high standards in research, education and clinical care.Limited Dental Assisting chair-side to dental providers in the provision of general dental care to patients.Taking ordered dental x-rays.Chart dental findings, input medical and dental histories, and general duties of dental assisting including the overall quality of care tasks associated with patient care.Adhering to standards of research, education and patient care as defined by the UCSF Institutional Review Board, HIPAA, Infection control.The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.Salary Range: $27.33 - $34.03 (Hourly Rate)To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: UCSF Compensation and BenefitsDepartment Description 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 LEADERSHIP in all that we do. The School is committed to providing outstanding, integrated patient-centered care, preparing the next generation of clinicians and scientists for a rapidly evolving health care system, leading the world in scientific discovery and its translation into improved patient care and public health.Required Qualifications Must have 2 years of Dental Assisting experience in a busy group dental practice; Or will provide basic dental terminologies/process training in the first 6 months as needed.Knowledge of Electronic health record and ability to update patients notes, objectives, forms, recent medical and dental history.Knowledge of Dental diagnosis: Ability of proper history taking, x-ray exposures and interpretations, diagnostic terminologies, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment planning.Knowledge of high clinical standards in dental practice and the demonstrated ability to implement these standards.Sensitivity to patients' cultural backgrounds; and ability to maintain confidentiality.Excellent multitasking and organization skills with ability to follow through to complete tasks.Demonstrated excellence in reliability and attendance.IRB Training.Familiarity with infection control policies and procedures; HIPAA.Preferred Qualifications UCSF policies regarding research, education and clinical care, including privacy and confidentiality.Experience using Practice Management Software.Knowledge of maintenance and operation of dental equipment and instruments.Knowledge using dental electronic health record.Knowledge of Dentistry: Thorough academic and clinical knowledge of oral hard and soft tissue conditions. Ability to predict risks, benefits and alternatives of treatment.About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care.Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.Organization CampusJob Code and Payroll Title 009199 DENTAL ASTJob Category Dentistry, Research and ScientificBargaining Unit American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)Employee Class Limited ApptPercentage 40%Location San Francisco, CAWork Style Fully On-SiteShift DaysShift Length VariableAdditional Shift Details Monday & Tuesday#J-18808-Ljbffr