Dental Assistant

Megibow Family Dental LLC; Enfield (CT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading multi-specialty group practice in Connecticut as a Dental Assistant. This role is essential in delivering patient-centric care with compassion and respect. You will work alongside experienced dentists, assisting chairside and ensuring a smooth patient experience. Your responsibilities will include preparing treatment rooms, taking diagnostic x-rays, and maintaining a fully stocked operatory. This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive team committed to excellence in dental care. If you have a passion for helping others and a desire to grow in your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(k) with Employer Contribution

Flexible Spending Account

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Referral Program

Paid Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time

Voluntary Benefits through AFLAC

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assisting with a focus on patient care.
• Certifications in Radiation Health Safety and Infection Control.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chairside using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Prepare and maintain sterile treatment rooms and instruments.
• Communicate effectively with patients and the dental team.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Dental Assisting

Radiation Health Safety Certification

Infection Control Certification

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

iTero Scanner

Job description

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Description
Join Connecticut's premier doctor led multi-specialty group practice, where we deliver patient-centric care with compassion and respect. Committed to exceeding expectations, we proactively seize every opportunity to elevate the patient experience and enhance clinical outcomes.

Job Type: Full-time

What We Offer:

• A comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, opportunity to work with an experienced, enthusiastic, and organized team!

Specific Job Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Assist experienced dentists chairside, using four-handed dentistry.
• Preparation of treatment rooms, ensuring instruments and equipment are sterile.
• Breakdown of treatment rooms, ensuring all instruments are returned for sterilization promptly.
• Daily morning meeting and team schedule review, anticipating the doctor's needs in advance.
• Set up trays as indicated by the day's charts and doctor's anticipated needs.
• Greet, seat, and screen patients - communicating patient concerns effectively to the doctor.
• Take alginates, pour and trim models or scan utilizing the iTero scanner.
• Take diagnostic x-rays (PA, Bitewing, Panoramic, 3D/CBCT) as needed.
• Keep operatory fully stocked.

Requirements:

• Superior customer service skills, with the ability to infuse personality, empathy, and enthusiasm into each patient contact.
• Dental assisting experience.
• Radiation Health Safety and Infection Control Certifications.
• Willingness to learn & grow.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• A desire to become part of our family-oriented team & support our mission to deliver the best patient experience possible!
• Availability to work some evenings and occasional Saturdays.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for the family.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Flexible spending account.
• Employer paid life insurance (equivalent to $50,000).
• Referral program.
• Paid holiday, vacation, and sick time.
• Voluntary benefits through AFLAC.

At an office supported by Archway Dental Partners, we’re committed to supporting you. We’re a supportive collective of outstanding practices with dental excellence as our keystone. We stand for the wellbeing of our providers and patients. Our clinical teams and support system collaborate for the greater good. You’re welcome here. Apply today to learn more and get connected with us.

Salary Description: $20+ per hour, based on experience.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Medical Practices