Dental Assistant - Patient Care & Growth Opportunity

The-Smilist-Denta; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Impact on patient health

Job summary

The Smilist Dental in West Hartford, CT is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join a warm, professional team. You will assist dentists, maintain a sterile operatory, and prepare tray setups while supporting patient comfort and efficient care.

We offer competitive pay, health/dental/vision benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a real impact on patient health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Completion of DANB Radiation Exam.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of their doctor
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment
• Escort patients to and from the front desk
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Dental Assistant experience

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

DANB Radiation Exam

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

The Smilist Dental in West Hartford, CT is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join a warm, professional team. You will assist dentists, maintain a sterile operatory, and prepare tray setups while supporting patient comfort and efficient care.

We offer competitive pay, health/dental/vision benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a real impact on patient health and well-being.