Dental Assistant - Compassionate Chairside Care & Imaging

Progressive Dental Arts; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Dental Arts in Christiana - Newark, DE is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and clinical staff, ensure patient comfort, and maintain sterility throughout procedures. You will assist chairside, monitor patient safety, and contribute to a smooth clinical flow.

The ideal candidate has an accredited dental assisting program, CPR and radiology certification, 1–2 years of experience (new grads welcome), and strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Dental radiology certification required.
• 1–2 years of experience in a dental office preferred; new graduates welcome to apply.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support patient care and team collaboration.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with dental software systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support during a variety of dental procedures, including instrument transfer and maintaining a clear working field.
• Anticipate the dentist’s needs to enhance efficiency and procedure flow.
• Capture diagnostic‑quality dental radiographs following safety protocols and state regulations.
• Prepare lab cases and accurately box/label material for lab submission and ensure patient records are updated.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Dental software familiarity

Education

Accredited dental assisting program

CPR certification

Dental radiology certification

Tools

Dental software systems

Job description

Progressive Dental Arts in Christiana - Newark, DE is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and clinical staff, ensure patient comfort, and maintain sterility throughout procedures. You will assist chairside, monitor patient safety, and contribute to a smooth clinical flow.

The ideal candidate has an accredited dental assisting program, CPR and radiology certification, 1–2 years of experience (new grads welcome), and strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.