Dental Assistant

NEW CASTLE DENTAL ASSOCIATES, P.A.; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

EAP program

Job summary

New Castle Dental Associates, P.A. in New Castle, Delaware is seeking a Lead Dental Assistant to support the clinical team with a high level of patient care.

The role requires prior dental assisting experience and X-ray certification, with full-time hours and a modern practice environment. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, assisting dentists, taking X-rays, educating patients, and ensuring infection control and patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program.
• 1 year on-the-job experience.
• X-Ray certification - Required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed).
• Assist in emergencies by supporting CPR certification and maintaining emergency supplies.

Skills

X-Ray certification

One-year certificate program

Education

One-year dental assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dental Assistant

New Castle, DE

New Castle Dental Associates is looking for a Lead Dental Assistant in New Castle, Delaware to assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment.

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Position Overview

As a Dental Assistant you are an integral part of care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. Support our mission to providing excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences. Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience to be considered.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay $22Min-$28Max
• Full time: Monday 7:30am-6:00PM, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm and No Fridays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Modern office with advanced dental technology

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations..
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program
• 1 year on-the-job-experience
• X-Ray certification - Required
• High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.

Legal Disclaimer

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements.

The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Additional Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental services
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term disability
• Section 125 - Flexible Spending Account
• 401K
• EAP program
• DCA voluntary supplemental insurance products
• Student loan consolidation
• Paid time off