Dental Assistant

State of Maryland; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at the Department of State, where you will support dental care in a skilled nursing facility. Your role will involve assisting dentists, managing patient records, and ensuring compliance with health standards. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Assist dentist during procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
• Prepare dental materials and manage patient records.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting during various dental procedures.
• Maintain instruments and sterilize equipment as per standards.

Skills

Patient Education

Infection Control Standards

Education

Delaware Dental Radiation Technician Certification

Dental Radiation Technologist Certification

Job description

Introduction

Start your Career at DOS! The Department of State's (DOS) responsibilities encompass virtually every aspect of state government, including economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture, and quality-of-life issues. Our mission at DOS ranges from preserving Delaware’s historical sites and collections to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, as well as serving consumers, public employees, and veterans. DOS offers numerous career opportunities and is dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in state government. For more information, please visit our website today!

Summary Statement

An incumbent reports to a technical supervisor. Work includes preparing clients for treatment, chairside assisting, taking and developing dental radiographs, and providing post-care instruction. Incumbents are responsible for sterilizing and maintaining instruments and equipment. Additionally, the incumbent performs administrative duties in support of patient management for a dental clinic attached to a skilled nursing facility.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core duties common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents may complete similar job duties not specifically listed here. Responsibilities include assisting the dentist and/or dental hygienist during chairside procedures such as operative, preventive, periodontal, endodontic, prosthetic, limited orthodontics, and oral surgery. Keep oral areas clean during procedures using retraction, suction, and irrigation. Prepare and assist with dental materials and instrument setup. Take and develop radiographs. Disinfect environmental surfaces and sterilize instruments and equipment following federal, state, and institutional infection control standards. Organize and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and maintenance logs. Provide patient education on oral hygiene, including brushing and flossing, under the direction of the dentist or dental hygienist. Greet patients and answer telephones. Coordinate scheduling to ensure a full patient schedule and reduce missed appointments. Maintain patient records (paper and electronic) by entering, updating, and retrieving information. Confirm insurance eligibility. Record charting, examination, and treatment details as relayed by clinical staff. Update dental records with CDT codes, diagnosis codes, dates of service, and billing information. Maintain inventory and order supplies. May assist in training dental assistant trainees and volunteers.

Job Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate competence in the following areas: possession of a Delaware Dental Radiation Technician Certification or a Dental Radiation Technologist Certification from the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). A valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked, or canceled, or disqualified from driving) is also required.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in the Federal E-Verify system to confirm employment eligibility. Pre-employment drug testing and a satisfactory criminal background check are required, with the latter possibly at the applicant’s expense.

Benefits

For more information about the benefits package, please visit https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

Applications and supplemental questionnaires are evaluated based on education, training, and experience related to the job requirements. Complete and accurate information is essential. All correspondence will be sent via email, so keep your contact information current. You can view communications in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. TDD users may request assistance by calling [phone] or visiting delawarerelay.com. Additional support can be obtained by contacting [phone] or emailing [e-mail]. The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce, encouraging applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.