full-time 14 days ago
Dental Surgical Assistant
Healthy Smiles of Delaware, P.A.
2710 Centerville Road, Wilmington, DE 19808
27 - 34/hr
About the Practice
N/A Team Members
Eaglesoft Software
Job Description
We are a modern, privately owned periodontal practice opening in Wilmington this fall, and we’re looking for a dental surgical assistant to be an integral part of our founding team.
Our goal is to provide high-quality, personalized periodontal care in an environment that is professional, welcoming, and genuinely supportive—for both our patients and our team.
As one of our first team members, you’ll have a unique opportunity to help build the patient experience and office culture from the ground up. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable in a surgical setting, highly organized, personable, and compassionate, with a genuine interest in helping patients feel well cared for throughout their treatment.
Responsibilities
Provide chairside assistance during a variety of periodontal and surgical procedures
Set up and break down operatories while maintaining proper infection control
Properly sterilize, package, organize, and store instruments
Take digital radiographs, intraoral and extraoral photographs, and intraoral scans
Welcome patients, help ease anxiety, and create a calm, reassuring experience throughout their visit
Provide clear and compassionate post-operative instructions and education
Assist with medication and prescription coordination and patient instructions
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment
Help ensure instruments, supplies, and surgical materials are properly stocked
Work closely with the doctor and team to provide an exceptional patient experience from consultation through post-operative care
Requirements
Active Dental Assistant certification and required X-ray certification in accordance with Delaware requirements
Current CPR certification
Two years of dental surgical experience is preferred, but not required.
Ability to be organized and collaborative
Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, eager to learn, and takes pride in providing excellent patient care.
What We Offer
Competitive pay (based on experience) and benefits
Supportive team environment
Opportunity for growth
Opportunity for training & certification
If this role interests you, please apply today with your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00 - $34.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 37.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Health insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Paid training
Work Location: In person
Our goal is to provide high-quality, personalized periodontal care in an environment that is professional, welcoming, and genuinely supportive—for both our patients and our team.
As one of our first team members, you’ll have a unique opportunity to help build the patient experience and office culture from the ground up. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable in a surgical setting, highly organized, personable, and compassionate, with a genuine interest in helping patients feel well cared for throughout their treatment.
Responsibilities
Provide chairside assistance during a variety of periodontal and surgical procedures
Set up and break down operatories while maintaining proper infection control
Properly sterilize, package, organize, and store instruments
Take digital radiographs, intraoral and extraoral photographs, and intraoral scans
Welcome patients, help ease anxiety, and create a calm, reassuring experience throughout their visit
Provide clear and compassionate post-operative instructions and education
Assist with medication and prescription coordination and patient instructions
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment
Help ensure instruments, supplies, and surgical materials are properly stocked
Work closely with the doctor and team to provide an exceptional patient experience from consultation through post-operative care
Requirements
Active Dental Assistant certification and required X-ray certification in accordance with Delaware requirements
Current CPR certification
Two years of dental surgical experience is preferred, but not required.
Ability to be organized and collaborative
Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, eager to learn, and takes pride in providing excellent patient care.
What We Offer
Competitive pay (based on experience) and benefits
Supportive team environment
Opportunity for growth
Opportunity for training & certification
If this role interests you, please apply today with your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00 - $34.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 37.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Health insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Paid training
Work Location: In person
About Healthy Smiles of Delaware, P.A.
Healthy Smiles of Delaware is a modern dental practice dedicated to providing high-quality care in a friendly and comfortable environment. With a focus on patient education and personalized treatment plans, our team strives to help patients achieve optimal oral health and beautiful smiles.