Registered Dental Hygienist

• Part-Time Registered Dental Hygienist (12-Month Fixed Term) USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry – Ostrow Faculty Practice Since 1897, the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC has shaped talented students into outstanding oral health professionals.
• Our graduates are known for their clinical excellence, ethical standards, and commitment to patient trust.
• We are seeking a Part-Time Registered Dental Hygienist to join our Ostrow Faculty Practice.
• This is a 12-month fixed term position, with some evenings and weekends required.
• The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
• Key Responsibilities: Schedule and prepare patients for dental hygiene treatment.
• Review health histories, evaluate vital signs, and chart medical/dental records.
• Perform oral examinations, cleanings, scaling, and polishing.
• Apply fluoride and sealants; take and develop dental X-rays.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Plan and recommend treatment, establish recall frequency, and make referrals.
• Administer local anesthetic and nitrous oxide sedation when needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Valid California RDH license. Current CPR certification. Excellent clinical, communication, and patient care skills. Why Join USC? Health benefits for you and your family, plus access to the university medical network. Retirement plan eligibility. Tuition benefits for staff and eligible family members. Free professional development courses. Central Los Angeles location with easy commuter access. Discounts to USC sporting and cultural events. Learn more about USC employee benefits: https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks/ Apply today and be part of a legacy that has shaped oral health for over 125 years! The hourly rate range for this position is $47.63-$65.08. 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: Bachelor's degree. Specialized/technical training Minimum Experience: 1 year Minimum Field of Expertise: Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene program. Directly related experience in field. Must have a CA Dental Hygienist license. Must have a CA Radiology license. USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. 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. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. Notice of Non-discrimination Employment Equity Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report USC is a smoke-free environment Digital Accessibility If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$146832.htmld Keck Medicine of USC is the University of Southern California’s medical enterprise, one of only two university-based medical systems in the Los Angeles area. Keck Medicine combines academic excellence, world-class research and state-of-the-art facilities to provide highly specialized care for some of the most acute patients in the country. Our internationally renowned physicians and scientists provide world-class patient care at Keck Hospital of USC, USC Norris Cancer Hospital, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, USC Arcadia Hospital and more than 100 unique clinics in Los Angeles, Orange, Kern, Tulare and Ventura counties. Keck Medical Center of USC, which includes Keck Hospital and USC Norris Cancer Hospital, is among the top 50 hospitals in the country in 8 specialties, as well as the top three hospitals in metro Los Angeles and top 10 hospitals in California, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-25 Best Hospitals rankings. Application Help & Benefits If you need help during the application process, see our application help. For more information about our benefits, see What We Offer. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit!