Dental Assistant: Caring Team, Great Benefits & Growth

Specialty1 Partners; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Specialty1 Partners is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our busy Fairfield County practice. This full-time role offers a modern facility, supportive team, and a focus on high-quality patient care in Fairfield, CT.

You will welcome patients, prepare them for treatment, assist the dentist with 4-handed dentistry, and maintain clean, well-stocked rooms while ensuring top-notch patient comfort and service.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of proven experience as a dental assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Well-organized and reliable

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients to the dental office and prepare them for treatment
• Set up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Maintain accurate patient records and keep the room organized

Skills

Dental assisting

4-handed dentistry

Patient communication

Detail oriented

Sterilization

Health & safety

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma

Dental assistant certificate

Radiology license (state)

Tools

Dental instruments

Job description

Specialty1 Partners is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our busy Fairfield County practice. This full-time role offers a modern facility, supportive team, and a focus on high-quality patient care in Fairfield, CT.

You will welcome patients, prepare them for treatment, assist the dentist with 4-handed dentistry, and maintain clean, well-stocked rooms while ensuring top-notch patient comfort and service.