Dental Assistant - FT - Day

Nuvance Health; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Danbury is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant. In this role, you will assist dentists in clinical procedures, take x-rays, and ensure high-quality patient care. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant certifications, along with experience in a dental setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience required.
• Radiation Health and Safety Certificate required.
• Certified Dental Assistant preferred; 3-5 years of experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Assists the dentist with instrument passing and prepares restorative materials.
• Takes and develops x-rays, accurately mounts & labels radiographs.
• Greets and seats patients, verifies patient information.

Skills

Coordination

Dexterity

Patient communication

Compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Description

Summary:
Performs a variety of technical functions. Assists the dentist with all procedures and meets the dental needs of patients. Actively participates in department performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Assists the dentist with instrument passing. Prepares restorative material impressions for dentures. Prepares models to ensure effective high-quality treatment.
• Takes and develops x-rays. Accurately mounts & labels radiographs with patient's name & date after development.
• Charts dentist's instructions at chair-side to assist with developing treatment plans. Explains treatment plan, oral hygienic, and post-operative instructions to patients to ensure understanding.
• Greets and seats patients. Verifies that all patient information is correct and up to date.
• Checks all sterilizers for proper operation.
• Adheres to universal precaution policies. Wears protective gear and washes hands regularly. Follows radiation, health, and safety protocols.
• Familiar with operation of all department equipment. Notifies lead assistant of malfunctions.
• Notifies lead assistant of low product levels and outages.
• Uses reference resources to answer questions or resolve patient complaints. Documents complaints and offers solutions.
• Participates in department performance improvements.
• Fulfills compliance responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: HS diploma or equivalent.

Required: Minimum one year of experience, Radiation Health and Safety Certificate.

Desired: Certified Dental Assistant, 3-5 years of experience.

Working Conditions

• Manual skills: coordination and dexterity.
• Occupational risk: some exposure.
• Physical effort: medium to heavy, up to 35 lbs.
• Environmental: exposure to dirt, odors, noise, waste.

Company: Danbury Hospital.

Department: Dental Clinic.

Salary Range: $17.60 - $33.48/hour.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level.
• Employment type: Other.
• Job function: Healthcare Provider.
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare.

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