Dental Assistant-Dental

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

Job summary

Nemours is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their team in Wilmington, DE. In this role, you will be responsible for essential dental assisting tasks, ensuring patient comfort, maintaining dental equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and experience in a pediatric setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; certifications in dental radiology needed.
• Pediatric office experience desired.
• Must possess strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with chairside dental care and anticipate needs of dentists and patients.
• Manage dental supplies and equipment maintenance.
• Adhere to infection control and radiation safety protocols.

Skills

Effective Communication

Infection Control Procedures

Radiation Safety Procedures

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Delaware Dental Radiation Technician Certification

DANB CDA Certification

Tools

Epic

Dentrix

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Job Description

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 DANB CDA certification from the Delaware Office of Radiation Control
• Pediatric office experience is desired

Essential Functions

• Engage in clear, effective, compassionate communication with all external and internal customers.
• Function as an enthusiastic, independent member of the dental team.
• Greet, escort, and room patients.
• Adhere to infection control and radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Assist with chairside dental care in ambulatory and inpatient settings, including anticipating needs of dentists, hygienists, and patients.
• Examine dental records and prepare patients for treatment under the Dentist's direction.
• Expose and process digital dental radiographs as directed.
• Clean dental trays and instruments following sterile processing protocols.
• Manage dental supplies and equipment, including procurement and maintenance.
• Assist with documentation in electronic records (Epic and Dentrix).
• Model Nemours Standards of Behavior.

About Us

Nemours Children’s Health is a recognized children’s health system providing care across five states, with hospitals in Delaware and Florida, and numerous clinics and hospitalists. We focus on prevention, research, advocacy, and education to improve children’s health. We value diversity and inclusion, embedding these principles in our work.

Learn more at www.nemours.org.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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