Rutgers University

University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal and juvenile justice systems in New Jersey.. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,100 staff serving roughly 20,500 inmates in twelve adult correctional facilities, 400 residents in fourteen JJC locations, and 1,000 individuals in ten state parole board offices.. Teamsters, Local 97. Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students.. Employees will be subject to and must comply with all security regulations and procedures of NJ Department of Corrections and the assigned facility(ies) including, but not limited to sign in logs or electronic time clocks, searches of person and property, etc.

dental assistant

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Dental Assistant UCHC EMCFW


Job Category
Staff & Executive - Healthcare


Department
UCHC-Ph-Edna Mahan Corr Facility


Overview
University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal and juvenile justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,100 staff serving roughly 20,500 inmates in twelve adult correctional facilities, 400 residents in fourteen JJC locations, and 1,000 individuals in ten state parole board offices.

We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.

We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.


Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Dental Assistant for the Adult Medical Services department within University Correctional Health Care (UCHC). The Dental Assistant will assist the Dentist during the examination and treatment of patients. Performs certain inter-oral tasks in response to specific instructions from and under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist. Interrelates and works effectively with inmates, other members of the dental staff, medical and nursing staff, correctional staff at all levels, administrative and support staff.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Prepares operatory with appropriate instruments and material for the patients scheduled to be seen.
Provides chair-side assistance during treatment recognizing the dentist’s need for instruments, material, retraction or suction.
Mixes and fabricates restorative materials.
Sterilizes instruments and disinfects operatory between patients.
Develops and mounts routine radiographs.
Assists in exposing intro-oral and extra-oral radiographs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.


Position Status
Full Time


Hours Per Week


Daily Work Shift
Day


Work Arrangement


FLSA
Nonexempt


Grade
1650


Position Salary


Annual Minimum Salary
22.400


Annual Mid Range Salary
22.900


Annual Maximum Salary
23.590


Standard Hours
40.00


Union Description
Teamsters, Local 97


Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft


Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.




Seniority Unit


Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month


Position Pension Eligibility
PERS


Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Graduate from an accredited Dental Assisting Program.


Certifications/Licenses
Certification as a Dental Assistant in the State of New Jersey.
Valid Dental Radiology Technology License issued by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection.
Must be certified in CPR.
Valid driver’s license is required.


Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


Preferred Qualifications


Equipment Utilized


Physical Demands and Work Environment
Lifting and pulling up to 50 pounds.
A generally crisis oriented, secure environment working with adults, some who exhibit aggressive, threatening and assaultive behaviors.
May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases.
Entering and movement within the facility will be controlled by Correctional Officers.
Possibility of cuts, burns, bruises, strains.


Special Conditions
Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.
Employees will be subject to and must comply with all security regulations and procedures of NJ Department of Corrections and the assigned facility(ies) including, but not limited to sign in logs or electronic time clocks, searches of person and property, etc.
Violations of NJ Department of Corrections and/or being banned by the Department of Corrections to work at a NJ Department of Corrections’ facility are grounds for a disciplinary action and potential termination.


Posting Details
Posting Number
23ST1648


Posting Open Date


Special Instructions to Applicants


Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)


Home Location Campus
Off Campus


City
Clinton


State
NJ


Location Details


Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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