Department Laboratory Technician II - Dental

This position will remain open until filled.

Consideration dates will be in increments of two weeks.

PASADENA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

Department Laboratory Technician II - Dental

Paid Time Off: 12 Days Vacation, 20 Holidays (per fiscal year), 12 Sick Days

Retirement: CalPERS

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

BENEFITS

The District provides a comprehensive benefits package with zero out-of-pocket costs for the employee and their dependents:

• Medical Insurance – $0 out-of-pocket for employee and dependents
• Dental Insurance – $0 out-of-pocket for employee and dependents
• Vision Insurance – $0 out-of-pocket for employee and dependents

Join a supportive campus community committed to student learning and success. In this role, you will help create hands-on learning environments that prepare students for careers in healthcare. Your work will directly support faculty instruction and enhance the overall learning experience for students in nursing and allied health programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains lab equipment and supplies in conformation with infections control policies and procedures as outlined by OHSA and the American Dental Association guidelines.
• Ensures that safety checks of the laboratory are performed prior to lunch breaks and the end of the day (to be completed after the last student departs, when possible).
• Assists in identifying hazardous equipment, materials, and non-participant students with day-to-day cleaning responsibilities.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment as necessary or assists in contacting the appropriate agency or vendor to ensure timely repairs.
• Tracks budget expenditures and creates purchase orders.
• Ensures custodial services and supplies have been provided for the classroom.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• Completion of an accredited dental assistant or dental hygiene program
• Possession of Dental Assistant Infection Control and Radiography Certificate
• One year of related experience
• Valid American Heart Association BLS Card (CPR Card)
  • Or willing to obtain within 3 months of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Certificate or State of California Dental Hygiene License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge Of

• Dental laboratory and dental clinic equipment, materials, supplies, and procedures appropriate for handling the aforementioned items in the assigned area
• Elementary stock control methods
• Laboratory safety and fire prevention
• Sterilization, preparation and storage of dental clinic and laboratory supplies and equipment

Ability To

• Provide guidance to students
• Plan and organize workload so that laboratory materials are available and set up at appropriate times
• Keep records and carry out complex oral and written instructions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and instructors
• Work with students in a multiethnic environment
• Complete tasks independently with minimal oversight
  
  

Core Competencies:The District has identified the following essential skills and attributes needed for success in this position.

• Dental Laboratory & Clinical Equipment Proficiency
• Infection Control & Sterilization Compliance
• Preparation of Instructional Materials
• Inventory Management & Supply Control
• Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
• Instructional Support & Lead Direction
• Safety Compliance & Risk Awareness
• Organization, Documentation & Workflow Coordination

HOW TO APPLY

Apply through the Pasadena Area Community College District careers portal:

www.schooljobs.com/careers/pasadenaedu