Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Wilmington, DE
Position Summary: We are a holistic and biological dental practice. We are also TMJ and airway specialists. Our goal is to support the patient as a whole and get to the root of their issues to the best of our abilities. We coordinate treatment with many different providers to achieve this goal for our patients. If you would like to learn more, please apply and ask the questions. Under supervision, the Dental Assistant will assist the dentist in both administrative and clinical duties including: prepare patient for procedure or exam, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, and prepare materials, and assist during dental procedures. Provide patient and practice support services; including, but not limited to, personal assistance. Essential Functions: Assist with dental and medical emergencies according to OSHA and office procedures Maintain CPR certification. Clean and polish removable appliances. Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients. Record treatment information in patient records. Expose dental x-rays. Actively provide hand instruments and materials to Dentist, as needed, during exams and procedures in order to help maintain patient comfort and Dentistâs efficiency. Using and maintaining hazard control protocols as established by OSHA and office standards. Timely prepare treatment area by sterilizing, positioning, and delivering instruments for dentistâs access. Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner. Must maintain regular, consistent and punctual attendance in accordance with assigned schedule and time off policies. Must be able to comfortably and efficiently handle multiple deadlines and task assignments. Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settings. Occasionally there may be some travel, by car or plane, required in order for you to participate in continuing education or seminars. Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed. Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically. Success Factors: Adhere to strict safety guidelines and procedures to all federal, state and local compliance requirements, OSHA and office standards. Must be comfortable seeing and able to maintain a professional demeanor and attitude while working around blood and smells that may be unpleasant. Must be detail oriented in order to work efficiently in small spaces and maintain patient comfort. You must be flexible and understand that your job duties may change from time to time and that you may be asked to âhelp outâ in other areas of the office. Must excel in forward thinking in order to anticipate the needs of the doctor as well as the patient. Must demonstrate active listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Must demonstrate good reading comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Must demonstrate excellent communication skills - Talking to others to convey information effectively. Experience and Education: High School Diploma Preferred Diploma or certificate from an approved dental assisting program. Preferred two years dental practice experience. X-RAY CERTIFICATION Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $27.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person
