Dental Assistant I — Chairside Support & X-Ray Tech

Delaware Technical Community College; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Technical Community College seeks an experienced dental assistant to support dentists in an educational clinic. The role includes chairside assistance, x-ray exposure, sterilization, and clerical duties; strong recordkeeping and patient communication are essential.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with dental assistant training and Delaware radiology certification eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with dental assistant training and two years of relevant experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Currently holds or is eligible for Delaware State Radiology Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during patient treatment, maintain clean oral fields, and pass instruments as needed.
• Expose, develop, and mount x-rays; sterilize instruments and equipment; maintain supplies.
• Record patient information, manage files, and communicate with patients and clinic staff.
• Perform related clerical duties and support overall clinic operations.

Skills

Dental assisting procedures

Dental terminology

X-ray exposure and mounting

Sterilization of instruments

Office procedures

Keyboarding

Record keeping

Patient communication

Education

High school diploma or GED with dental assistant training

Delaware State Radiology Certification eligibility

Job description

Delaware Technical Community College seeks an experienced dental assistant to support dentists in an educational clinic. The role includes chairside assistance, x-ray exposure, sterilization, and clerical duties; strong recordkeeping and patient communication are essential.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with dental assistant training and Delaware radiology certification eligibility.