Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Assistant I - Delaware Technical Community College - Wilmington, DE
- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Wilmington, DE
Job Description
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Dental Assistant I
Position Number
TBD
Position Type
Temporary Part-Time
Hiring Location
George Campus-Wilmington, DE
Contact Phone Number
302-573-5469
Contact Email Address
w-jobs@dtcc.edu
Work Location
George Campus-Wilmington, DE
Position Specific Details
We have a vacancy for a Dental Assistant I for Monday through Thursdays 7:45am ââ¬â 4pm (days are flexible)
Salary
$15.15/Hour
Classification Information
Classification Title
Dental Assistant I
Job Code
5047 (FT), 5547 (PT)
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Position Pay Grade
B/C 06
Position Type
Part-Time
Summary Statement
An incumbent is responsible for assisting dentist(s) and providing related clerical services in the operation of a community/educational dental clinic.
Nature and Scope
An incumbent typically reports to a technical supervisor providing chairside assistance during dental procedures, as well as clinic support services. Additional duties include exposing and processing x-rays, mixing of dental materials, maintaining instruments and equipment, obtaining accurate patient medical histories, and maintaining patient files.
Principal Accountabilities
An incumbent may perform any combination of the below listed accountabilities:
1. Assists dentist during patient treatment procedures. Keeps oral areas clean by using suction devices, water sprays, and retraction. Passes instruments to dentist as needed.
2. Mixes dental materials, such as sealants, composites, amalgams, etc.
3. Exposes, develops, and mounts x-rays.
4. Sterilizes and maintains instruments and equipment, using autoclave and chemicals.
5. Maintains inventory and requisitions supplies.
6. Communicates with and supports patients to assure understanding of dental treatment processes.
7. Greets patients and answers telephones.
8. Performs related clerical work, records patient information, and maintains patient files.
9. Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of dental operative assistance procedures and techniques. Knowledge of dental terminology, instrumentation, and materials. Knowledge of methods and techniques for sterilization of dental instruments. Knowledge of general office procedures. Knowledge of methods and techniques of exposing, developing, and mounting x-rays. Proficient keyboarding skills. Ability to follow oral and written directions. Ability to use clerical office equipment. Ability to perform instrument sterilization and equipment maintenance. Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports. Ability to provide assistance to dentist. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other clinic staff.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED, with training as a dental assistant, and two (2) years of relevant experience; or other equivalent combination of education and experience. Currently holds or is eligible for Delaware State Radiology Certification.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
REG4473PO
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
01/06/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
12/06/2024
Close Date
01/30/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Applicant Instructions
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Unofficial Transcripts
First Letter of Reference
Second Letter of Reference
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Teaching Philosophy
Writing Sample
Curriculum Vitae
Other Document
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