Dental Assistant

Sacred Heart University; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Connecticut is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental procedures and patient care. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience or certification in dental assisting, ensuring patient safety and assisting with dental instruments during treatment. This role requires teamwork and attention to detail within a dental office setting.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma.
• One year of experience in dental assisting or certification in dental assisting required.
• Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician may be required for certain tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dental instruments and materials.
• Assist the Dentist during procedures.
• Perform X-rays and support office activities.

Skills

Dental Assisting

Patient Observation

X-Ray Operations

Education

High School Diploma

Certificate in Dental Assisting

Job description

NYS Office of Children and Family Services HR Division

Recruitment began on June 18, 2025

and the job listing Expires on June 24, 2025

Duties Description• Prepare the work area by laying out dental instruments, materials, and equipment
• Prepare the patient for treatment by seating patient
• Assist the Dentist directly with the anticipation of procedural needs, including retraction, irrigation, and suction
• Continually observing patients’ general condition during treatment to detect and evidence of distress or shock
• Performing X-Rays
• Perform various office support activities

Work schedule to be discussed during the interview process

Minimum QualificationsOpen to the Public:
Non-competitive: high school diploma; and either one year of experience in dental assisting or possession of a certificate in dental assisting.

*Incumbents of positions that perform sterilization duties may be required to possess current certification by a nationally accredited central sterile technician credentialing organization as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician, or a substantially equivalent credential.