Dental Assistant

Dynobite Smiles, LLC; Middlebury (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday pay

401(k) match

Health insurance offered

Job summary

DirectDental in Middlebury, CT seeks a Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant (RHS & ICE required) to uphold high standards of patient care and safety. This role involves chairside assisting, preparing instruments, and digital radiography in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

Competitive pay $25–$35 per hour, with Tue–Thu full-time or part-time plus 1–2 Saturdays per month, PTO, holiday pay, 401(k), and health insurance. If you enjoy working with kids and a warm team culture, apply today.

Qualifications

• Active RHS certification.
• Active ICE certification.
• Experience or passion for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Patient care: warmly welcome pediatric patients and ensure comfort.
• Chairside assisting using 4-handed dentistry.
• Preparation: set up instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Safety & imaging: take high-quality digital radiographs.
• Sanitation: sterilize instruments and sanitize operatory per regulations.

Skills

Patient care

4-handed dentistry

Education

RHS certification

ICE certification

Tools

Digital radiography

Job description

Job Title: Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant (RHS & ICE Required)
Location: Middlebury, CT
Pay: $25.00 – $35.00 / hour
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Tue, Wed, Thu + 1-2 Saturdays/mo)

About Our Practice:

Since 2008, our energetic pediatric dental practice has been bringing smiles to local families. We love what we do, and we’ve enjoyed watching our patients grow up—many now bring their own children to see us! If you are a highly motivated, fun, and warm professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, you will love our team culture.

Why Join Us? (Benefits):

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay
• 401(k) retirement match
• Health insurance offered

Schedule & Hours:

• Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 7:45 AM – 4:45 PM (First patient at 8:30 AM, last at 4:0 PM)
• Saturdays (1–2 per month): 7:45 AM – 1:00 PM (First patient at 8:00 AM, last at 12:20 PM)

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Warmly welcome pediatric patients into the operatory and ensure they feel safe and comfortable.
• Chairside Assisting: Assist the dentist utilizing efficient 4-handed dentistry techniques.
• Preparation: Select, organize, and set up all required dental instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Safety & Imaging: Take high-quality, diagnostic digital radiographs.
• Sanitation: Sterilize instruments and sanitize operatories strictly according to infection control regulations.

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable):

• Active Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification
• Active Infection Control (ICE) certification
• Experience or a strong passion for working with children

Compensation:

• $25-$35/hour