Dental Assistant

DirectDental; Tolland (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

DirectDental is looking for a full-time Dental Assistant to join their enthusiastic team in Tolland, CT. The ideal candidate will be dedicated, organized, and able to assist with various dental procedures and administrative tasks. A supportive work environment focusing on continuous learning and patient care awaits you, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Monthly Bonus Goals

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• 1+ years of dental assisting experience required.
• X-ray certification and infection control certification are necessary.
• Current BLS and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and prepare exam rooms for procedures.
• Assist the dentist during patient examinations and other dental procedures.
• Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school

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Dental Assistant Position

Dental Assistant Position

Our hometown general practice is looking for a full time team oriented dental assistant that is experienced, reliable, efficient, energetic, dedicated and well organized, to join our enthusiastic dental team. Candidates must have at least one year of dental assisting experience. Dentrix experience would be ideal but not a requirement. We would be willing to train the right candidate. You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, help the dentist during patient examinations and other dental procedures. Between patients, you will clean exam rooms, replenish supplies and do lab work as needed. When not working with patients, you will also assist with administrative tasks, including answering phones and organizing patient records as needed.

About Our Team

We strive to give our patients a welcoming environment, to keep them comfortable and to give the maximum amount of optimal care while enjoying our work. Our staff continues to learn and grow as individuals and as a team. We maintain state of the art technology, have a commitment to excellence in our daily duties, and take pride in teamwork. Our team does whatever they can to make the day enjoyable and reduce stress on our teammates. We pride ourselves in not just being co-workers but being a professional, fun filled dental family.

Dental Assistant Duties And Responsibilities

• Gather patient information and health history background
• Prepare the work area for procedures
• Take x-rays of patients’ teeth when necessary and display results for the dentist
• Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures
• Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions
• Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
• Restock treatment areas and monitor inventory
• Sterilization of instruments
• Lab work, pouring models, making retainers and night guards
• Chart notes/treatment planning
  
  

Dental Assistant Requirements And Qualifications

• Dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school (preferred)
• 1+ years of dental assisting experience
• X-ray certification
• Infection control certification
• Current BLS and CPR certification
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
  
  

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Monthly Bonus Goals
• Retirement Plan
  
  

Hours

• 32-40 Hours/Week
  
  

Please send a resume with a short cover letter as to why you would be a great fit for our team.

Skills

• General Practice
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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