Dental Assistant I-$1500 Sign on Bonus

North American Dental Group (NADG); Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental group is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their team in Ridgefield, CT. This role focuses on providing exceptional patient care, assisting dentists with procedures, and ensuring a smooth clinical workflow. Candidates should have dental assisting certification, and experience is preferred but new graduates are welcome to apply. The position offers a competitive salary, a $1,500 sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Healthcare Spending Account

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Voluntary Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• Dental Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training.
• 1-5 years of experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• Radiography/X-ray certification for the respective state.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist in restorative dentistry.
• Record and review patient health history and ensure completion of forms.
• Expose and develop dental diagnostic radiographs.

Skills

Clinical support

Patient education

Charting

Infection control

Radiography

Education

Dental Assisting Certification

CPR Certification

Radiography/X-ray certification

Tools

Dental software

MS Office Suite

Job description

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Dental Assistant - $1,500 Sign-on Bonus

Open Up To A Whole New Dental Experience

Imagine working in a place that delivers best-in-class patient care and focuses on putting every patient first, every visit. Our guiding principle is empathy, and we want you to join us on our mission to transform the dental experience. Our practice partners with North American Dental Group, which provides us with the necessary support to fulfill our purpose of ensuring excellent patient care.

Wondering how this shapes your job experience?

We use our individuality and dental expertise to practice group dentistry and ensure that every patient leaves our office feeling satisfied. Do you have the drive and passion to help others improve their oral health? Come join our team—help us pioneer a new culture of dentistry.

Smiling from Open to Close

• Monday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Tuesday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Wednesday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Friday: 7:30 am - 1:30 pm

Responsibilities

Dental Assistant partners with the practice team to provide excellent clinical support, helping patients get the care they need. Responsibilities include preparing patients for treatment and assisting the dentist in restorative dentistry.

Skills Required to Make a Great “Impression” on Our Team

• Provide excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to Doctors and Hygienists, including charting, operatory setup/cleanup, and patient education.
• Record and review patient health history, make chart entries under the doctor's direction, and ensure completion of forms and signatures in dental software.
• Review the daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
• Prepare patients, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, maintain asepsis, prepare materials, and assist dentists during procedures following OSHA guidelines.
• Expose and develop dental diagnostic radiographs.
• Follow OSHA regulations and safety requirements, including HIPAA compliance, CPR, X-rays, and other certifications.

Qualifications

• Dental Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training
• 1-5 years of experience preferred; new graduates considered
• Radiography/X-ray certification for the respective state
• CPR Certification required
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patients

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full-time employees)
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Voluntary Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Employee Discount Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.