Dental Assistant Certified Level II

Children's National Hospital

3d • $27 - $53 • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Dental Assistant Level II supports pediatric dental care in Children’s National’s Division of Oral Health. The role assists dentists and dental residents with examinations, restorative treatments, surgeries, and other procedures, while helping provide a safe, supportive, family-centered experience for children and their families. The position also supports patient behavior management and oral health education.

Duties include preparing treatment areas, materials, and equipment; assisting with anesthetic agents; performing radiographic procedures; sterilizing instruments and maintaining equipment; and managing dental supplies and inventory. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The listed pay range is $27.10–$53.17.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Successfully pass the Dental Assistant National Board’s Radiation Health and Safety examination or Certified Dental Assistant examination; alternatively, complete a Board-approved dental radiology training program with at least 24 hours of coursework in radiology, radiation safety, biology, and physics, and pass the program’s required examination(s).
• District of Columbia Certified Dental Assistant – Level II certification.
• CPR certification.
• Knowledge of dental electronic health records and digital radiography.
• Familiarity with dental protocols and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills with patients, parents, and staff members.
• Knowledge of the District of Columbia scope of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a dental assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and dental residents with patient examinations, restorative treatments, surgery, and other dental procedures.
• Prepare operative sites and pass appropriate instruments and equipment.
• Prepare treatment areas and mix and prepare dental materials and dressings.
• Prepare for and assist with the administration of anesthetic agents.
• Assist with patient behavior management.
• Provide dental health education and oral hygiene instructions to patients and parents, including tooth-brushing and flossing demonstrations.
• Sterilize instruments; clean treatment areas after procedures and replenish supplies.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain handpieces and other mechanical equipment.
• Use aseptic technique, sterile procedures, and universal precautions with all patients.
• Prepare patients for radiographic exposure, take x-rays, and develop resulting x-ray films.
• Maintain and replenish dental supplies and orthodontic model inventory, and order supplies as directed.
• Speak up about unsafe behavior or performance and actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors, and coworkers.
• Validate and verify information used for decisions and documentation; pause to resolve uncertainty.
• Communicate accurately, clearly, and promptly, and self-check behavior and performance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• 401(k) plan.
• Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Tuition assistance.
• Fitness resources.
• Employee assistance.
• Commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED