Medical Dental Assistant Salary in Delaware

Dental Assistant - Average Salary $48,270

Dental Assistant assists with dental surgical and other procedures under the direct supervision of a dentist. Prepares patient and arranges instruments and supplies used for procedures. Being a Dental Assistant hands instruments to the dentist and helps during treatment. Ensures all instruments are sterile and follows infection control protocols. Additionally, Dental Assistant records treatment notes and updates patient records. May take and process x-rays. May require an associate degree in dental assisting or equivalent. Has Basic Life Support (BLS) and depending on state, may have licensing requirement. Typically reports to a dentist. The Dental Assistant works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Dental Assistant typically requires 1-3 years of related experience.

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Medical/Dental Underwriting Director - Average Salary $162,710

The Medical/Dental Underwriting Director is responsible for ensuring integrity of underwriting activities and processes. Directs and oversees the health insurance underwriting program for individuals and/or groups for medical and/or dental insurance. Being a Medical/Dental Underwriting Director provides assistance to underwriters on more complex applications. Manages staff of underwriters at the organization. In addition, Medical/Dental Underwriting Director has a strong knowledge of the underwriting discipline. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Medical/Dental Underwriting Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Working as a Medical/Dental Underwriting Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.

Medical/Dental Underwriting Manager - Average Salary $131,530

The Medical/Dental Underwriting Manager ensures integrity of underwriting activities and processes. Manages the health insurance underwriting program for individuals and/or groups for medical and/or dental insurance. Being a Medical/Dental Underwriting Manager verifies that the account contracts are in compliance with government regulations. Participates in the development of master policies and other official documents. In addition, Medical/Dental Underwriting Manager typically is a RN with clinical experience. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Medical/Dental Underwriting Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Working as a Medical/Dental Underwriting Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required.

Dental Assistant (Certified) - Average Salary $48,300

The Dental Assistant (Certified) prepares and arranges needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures. Assists with oral surgery and other procedures under the direct supervision of a dentist. Being a Dental Assistant (Certified) may record findings, change barriers, or sterilize equipment. Hands necessary tools and equipment to the dentist and provides assistance during treatment. In addition, Dental Assistant (Certified) requires an associate's degree from an accredited program. Typically reports to a dentist. Working as a Dental Assistant (Certified) typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. May be entry level if some experience in the skill. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision.