Dental Assistant II

Delaware Technical Community College

Wilmington (DE)

On-site

USD 30,769 - 37,606

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A community college in Wilmington seeks a full-time Dental Assistant II responsible for supervising students, providing chair-side assistance, and maintaining dental equipment. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited dental assistant program with three years of relevant experience. The role involves training, infection control, and patient care, offering a salary of $34,188. Begin date is expected around April 6, 2026, with an open application period starting March 23, 2026.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited dental assistant program and 3 years of relevant experience.
Eligible for certification as a Dental Assistant.

Responsibilities

Assist dentist with patient treatment and procedures.
Supervise and train Dental Assistant students.
Perform lab procedures and monitoring sterilization equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of dental clinic procedures

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of x-ray techniques

Ability to maintain inventory

Supervisory skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited dental assistant program

Certification as a Dental Assistant

Job description

Hours are: Mon- Thurs- 7:30am-4pm & Fri 7:30am-1pm

Salary $34,188.00

Classification Information

Classification Title Dental Assistant II

Job Code 5004 (FT), 5504 (PT)

FLSA Non-Exempt

Position Pay Grade B/C 07

Position Type Full-Time

An incumbent is responsible for supervising and planning the administrative activities in a dental clinic, as well as assisting dentists and other dental professionals in rendering appropriate dental care.

An incumbent typically reports to an administrative supervisor and trains, evaluates, and supervises a group of Dental Assistant students. Incumbent is responsible for infection control, equipment maintenance, and varied laboratory duties. A significant aspect of this work involves rendering chair-side assistance to the dentist.

Principal Accountabilities

Assists dentist with patient treatment, including x-ray exposure and processing.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates performance of Dental Assistant students.
Performs lab procedures, such as pouring primary and secondary impressions, making occlusal rims and custom trays, and related procedures.
Monitors sterilization equipment, and changes liquid agents.
Performs necessary maintenance and repair of dental equipment.
Instructs patients in proper oral hygiene.
Performs related clerical work, records patient information, and maintains patient files.
Performs inventory control of equipment and supplies as assigned.
Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of dental clinic and operative assistance procedures and techniques.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of exposing, developing, and mounting x-rays.
Knowledge of methods and techniques for sterilization of dental instruments.
Knowledge of clerical practices and procedures.
Knowledge of supervising principles and practices.
Knowledge of teaching principles and practices.
Ability to prepare and maintain scheduling of patients.
Ability to provide assistance to dentist.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other clinic staff.
Ability to maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited dental assistant program, and three (3) years of relevant experience; or other equivalent combination of education and experience.
Currently holds or is eligible for certification as a Dental Assistant by the Dental Assistants Association.

Posting Number: REG4962PO

Desired Start Date: 04/06/2026

Open Date: 03/23/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

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