Dental Assistant I

Delaware Technical Community College

Wilmington, DE

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Autoclave, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Composite Materials, Customer Support/Service, Dentistry, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, File Maintenance, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Instrumentation, Inventory Management, Medical Office Administration, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Office Equipment, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Radiography, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Sterilization, Technical Leadership, Typing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Wilmington, DE
POSTED
30+ days ago

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 Salary $16.73 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 REG5053PO Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date 05/25/2026 Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 05/11/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Applicant Instructions

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • First Letter of Reference
  • Second Letter of Reference

Optional Documents

  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Writing Sample
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Other Document
  • Multi Media

About the Company

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Delaware Technical Community College