Dental Assistant – Oral Surgery

Location: Wilmington, Newark, & Middletown, DE (travel to all locations required)
Hours: Full-time | Monday–Friday
Website: christianaoms.com

Who We Are

The Christiana Center for Oral Surgery & Dental Implants is dedicated to exceptional surgical care delivered in a warm, supportive, patient‑centered environment. We partner closely with referring dentists to ensure seamless communication, clinical excellence, and an outstanding patient experience. Our team culture is built on professionalism, teamwork, continuous learning, and genuine compassion for the patients we serve.

We are growing and seeking a hardworking, detail‑oriented, compassionate, and team‑oriented Surgical Assistant to support our oral surgeons and help us continue delivering world‑class care. Previous oral surgery experience is a plus, but we are happy to train the right individual who has strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to patient safety, and a desire to grow clinically.

What You’ll Do

As a Surgical Assistant, you will support our surgeons through all phases of oral surgery care—preoperative preparation, chairside assistance during procedures, and postoperative support. You will help maintain sterile technique, manage instrumentation, monitor patient status, obtain radiographs, and accurately document clinical information.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing preoperative and postoperative duties to support patient care
• Verifying patient identity and operative sites
• Reviewing the planned surgical procedure with the surgeon
• Maintaining aseptic technique throughout procedures
• Keeping the operative field visible using retractors, sponges, suction, and irrigation
• Ensuring necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment are available and prepared
• Operating sterilization equipment and managing sterile/non‑sterile instruments
• Monitoring patient status during procedures
• Obtaining dental radiographs and imaging
• Completing accurate and detailed clinical narratives
• Performing other related duties as assigned

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• BLS certification (or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire)
• At least one year of related experience preferred
• DAANCE certification preferred
• Licensed dental assistant preferred
• Radiology certification preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Strong teamwork and ability to work independently
• Good judgment and critical‑thinking ability
• Passion for patient safety and maintaining aseptic standards
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care
• Exceptional listening skills and ability to follow instructions quickly

What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports your well‑being, financial security, and work–life balance, including:

• Competitive pay with bonus potential and annual merit reviews
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (including Virtual Care)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Basic and supplemental life insurance (including spouse/child options)
• Long‑term and short‑term disability plans
• Paid Vacation (starting at 2 weeks), Paid Sick Time, and 6 Paid Holidays
• 2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Uniforms/scrubs provided
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status.