Dental Assistant

An incumbent is responsible for assisting dentist(s) and providing related clerical services in the operation of a community/educational dental clinic.

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.

• Assists dentist during patient treatment procedures. Keeps oral areas clean by using suction devices, water sprays, and retraction. Passes instruments to dentist as needed.
• Exposes, develops, and mounts x-rays.
• Sterilizes and maintains instruments and equipment, using autoclave and chemicals.
• Maintains inventory and requisitions supplies.
• Communicates with and supports patients to assure understanding of dental treatment processes.
• Greets patients and answers telephones.
• Performs related clerical work, records patient information, and maintains patient files.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• 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.

• 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 Number: REG
5053PO

Number of Vacancies: (not specified)

Desired

Start Date:

05/25/2026

Position End Date (if temporary): (not specified)

Open Date: 05/11/2026

Close Date: (not specified)

Open Until Filled:
Yes

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