Dental Assistant

Nemours; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Dental Assistant in Wilmington, Delaware. The role involves supporting dental procedures, managing patient interactions, and maintaining compliance with safety protocols. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and a high school diploma, with pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Delaware Dental Radiation Technician certification or DANB CDA certification needed.
• Pediatric office experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist with chairside dental care in various environments.
• Engage with patients and manage their needs.
• Document patient encounters in electronic records.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Teamwork

Patient management

Education

High School Diploma

Delaware Dental Radiation Technician certification

DANB CDA certification

Job description

Position Responsibilities

This position is responsible for: Dental assisting as mandated by department policy procedures. Reports directly to the Clinical Operations Director, Department of Surgery.

Additional Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Delaware Dental Radiation Technician certification or certificate recognizing DANB CDA certification from the Delaware Office of Radiation Control
• Pediatric office experience is desired.

Essential Functions

1. Engage in clear, effective, compassionate conversation with all external and internal customers.
2. Function as an integral, independent, enthusiastic member of the dental team.
3. Greet, escort, and room patients.
4. Adhere to, and enforce hospital infection control and radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
5. Assist with all aspects of chairside dental care in ambulatory and hospital inpatient environments, including anticipation of the needs of dentists, hygienists, and patients as directed by Dentist. Retract tissue and maintain clear operating field. Assist in management of infant, child, and adolescent behavior.
6. Under the direction of the Dentist, examine dental record and prepare patient and guardian for treatment, including: adjust dental chair, select, arrange, and explain to patients and parents dental instruments and dental materials.
7. Expose and process digital dental radiographs as per the direction of the Dentist or Hygienist.
8. Clean dental trays and instruments in conjunction with Sterile Processing Department's Reliable Methods.
9. Perform dental material functions related to procurement, custodial responsibilities, maintenance, and disposal of dental supplies and equipment.
10. Clean and make minor adjustments to dental equipment, including following daily inspection and user maintenance protocols.
11. Assist with documentation of each patient's encounter in the electronic medical (Epic) and dental (Dentrix) records, as per department protocol.
12. Model the Nemours Standards of Behavior.