Dental Assistant-Dental

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Dental Assistant to provide essential support in a pediatric dental setting in Wilmington. The role entails direct patient interaction, assisting in various procedures, and adhering to safety protocols. Prospective candidates should be certified and possess excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma.
• Certification as Delaware Dental Radiation Technician or DANB CDA required.
• Pediatric office experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists in patient care and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the dental environment.
• Engage with patients and enhance their comfort during treatment.

Skills

Communications

Patient Care

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Delaware Dental Radiation Technician Certification

DANB CDA Certification

Job description

Dental Assistant - Dental (Finance)

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

Additional Requirements:

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

Essential Functions:

1. Engage in clear, effective, and compassionate communication with all external and internal customers.
2. Work as an integral, independent, enthusiastic member of the dental team.
3. Greet, escort, and prepare patients for treatment.
4. Follow hospital infection control and radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
5. Assist with all aspects of chairside dental care in ambulatory and hospital inpatient settings, including anticipating the needs of dentists, hygienists, and patients as directed by the dentist. Retract tissue and maintain a clear operating field. Assist in managing infant, child, and adolescent behavior.
6. Under the dentist's direction, examine dental records and prepare patients and guardians for treatment, including adjusting dental chairs, selecting, and explaining dental instruments and materials.
7. Expose and process digital dental radiographs as directed by the dentist or hygienist.
8. Clean dental trays and instruments in conjunction with the Sterile Processing Department's procedures.
9. Handle dental materials, supplies, and equipment procurement, custodial responsibilities, maintenance, and disposal.
10. Maintain and make minor adjustments to dental equipment, following daily inspection and maintenance protocols.
11. Assist with documenting each patient's encounter in electronic records (Epic and Dentrix) as per department protocol.
12. Model the Nemours Standards of Behavior.