Dental Assistant-Cert

Description

Under the direction of the dentist and / or dental resident, assists in chair side and operating room pediatric dental procedures. Prepares patient, dental materials, instruments for dental procedures. Maintains inventory, records, and clinical equipment.

Qualifications

Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Required Skills / Knowledge Familiarity with dental protocols and procedures. Excellent communication skills with patients, parents and staff members. Scope of practice for both states required knowledge by applicant.

Required Licenses and Certifications Candidate must obtain in the state of Maryland a minimum required radiation licensure (Required). In the District of Columbia must be licensed as a certified dental assistant, no exception (Required).

Functional Accountabilities

Provide chair side assistance during dental procedures

• Under the direction of dentists and dental residents, assist in patient examinations, restorative treatment and surgery.
• Prepare operative site as directed; pass appropriate instruments and equipment.
• Prepare dental treatment area; mix and prepare dental materials and dressings for all dental procedures.
• Prepare and assist in the administration of anesthetic agents.
• Assist with behavior management of patients.
• Provide dental health education and oral hygiene instructions to parents / patients; conduct tooth brushing and flossing demonstrations.

Maintain, prepare and sterilize equipment and treatment area

Assist in performing radiographic procedures

Assist in maintaining and replenishing inventory and supplies

Safety

Organizational Accountabilities

Patient Record Retrieval and Maintenance

Organizational Commitment / Identification

Customer Service

Teamwork / Communication

Performance Improvement / Problem-solving

Cost Management / Financial Responsibility

Primary Location

District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations

CN Hospital (Main Campus), 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington, 20010

Job

Administrative Support / Customer Service

Organization

Goldberg Cntr Cmnty Ped Hlth

Position Status

R (Regular) FT - Full-Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule

8 : 00am-4 : 30pm

Job Posting

Oct 27, 2025, 4 : 59 : 47 AM

Full-Time Salary Range

$54,724.80 - $107,369.60

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