Compassionate Dental Assistant — Flexible Hours & Benefits

GD VA PLLC; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $23–$25

Paid vacation & holidays

401k with matching

Health, dental, and vision plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible schedules

Non-Exempt status

Job summary

BRSL Dentistry Ridgefield is hiring a Dental Assistant to deliver high-quality care and support to the dental team. The ideal candidate brings empathy, patience, and a willingness to learn about dental procedures while maintaining a friendly, professional demeanor.

Responsibilities include room preparation, instrument sterilization, assisting during procedures, taking X-rays, greeting patients, and maintaining records. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 2 years of dental assisting experience.
• Outstanding professionalism and a self-motivated work ethic.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with coworkers and patients.
• Driven to provide the best care for our patients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure necessary equipment is ready for dentists.
• Assist dentists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Take and process X-rays of patients.
• Perform lab tasks as instructed.
• Greet patients and schedule appointments.
• Advise patients on recommended oral hygiene.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.
• Deliver postoperative care instructions to patients.
• Handle general administrative duties to support the practice.

Skills

Dental Assisting

Communication

Professionalism

Tools

X-ray imaging

Job description

BRSL Dentistry Ridgefield is hiring a Dental Assistant to deliver high-quality care and support to the dental team. The ideal candidate brings empathy, patience, and a willingness to learn about dental procedures while maintaining a friendly, professional demeanor.

Responsibilities include room preparation, instrument sterilization, assisting during procedures, taking X-rays, greeting patients, and maintaining records. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.