Dental Assistant — Flexible Schedule, Growth & Free CE

WellNow Urgent Care; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Free Continuing Education

Job summary

Aspen Dental in West Haven, CT is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients with a strong emphasis on high-quality care and infection control. You will receive comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling to advance your career in a welcoming, patient-focused environment.

The position offers full-time hours, opportunities for growth, and a supportive team culture that values collaboration and patient well-being.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice.
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health.
• Complete denture relines and manufacture temporary crowns.
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations.
• Perform digital intraoral scans.
• Support patient charting for doctors.
• Perform various office tasks as necessary.
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental in West Haven, CT is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients with a strong emphasis on high-quality care and infection control. You will receive comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling to advance your career in a welcoming, patient-focused environment.

The position offers full-time hours, opportunities for growth, and a supportive team culture that values collaboration and patient well-being.