Dental Assistant - PT

Sky Pediatric Dentistry; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established pediatric dental office in Connecticut is seeking a certified Dental Assistant to support their team across sites in Stamford and Greenwich. The role involves a variety of duties such as preparing exam rooms and assisting during procedures. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Certification from an accredited dental assisting program required.
• DANB Radiation Health and Safety X-ray certification is necessary.
• DANB’s Infection Control Certificate must be passed within two months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, instruments, and monitor/update charts.
• Assist Dentist chair-side with instruments and oral evacuation.
• Disinfect treatment rooms and operate equipment per guidelines.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Bi-lingual Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Business Institute Certificate

Certification from accredited dental assisting program

DANB Radiation Health and Safety Certification

DANB’s Infection Control Certificate

Job description

Family Centers Inc. seeks an energetic and compassionate certified Dental Assistant to support the Dental Team at our different sites in Stamford and Greenwich, CT starting in early summer 2025.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Prepare exam rooms, preparing instruments and materials and monitoring and updating charts.
Assist the Dentist chair-side at all times, including passing and receiving of instruments, oral evacuation and retraction and preparation of materials
Take x-rays under direction of Dentist
Organize treatment room for each patient, including instruments, records, radiographs, and lab work
Conduct blood pressure and health history information as needed
Disinfect treatment room and operate equipment in accordance with OSHA, ADA and CDC infection control guidelines
Audit supplies monthly and document what is needed
Maintain and monitor laboratory procedures and cases
Disinfect and sterilize instruments according to CDC/OSHA/ADA standards
Change dental solutions as outlined in manufacturers guidebook and maintains record manual
Responsible for equipment care and maintenance
Record treatment plans and periodontal charting into the dental / medical record
Scan informed consent forms, referral forms, and other related forms into the dental/medical record
Update MSDS book and Q.A. manual
Performs other duties as assigned by the Health Center Director or Dentist

To apply, visit our website or click here https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=c963e9fe-55c1-4bcd-8242-3e4b7fe1a366&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=541735&lang=en_US&source=IN

Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Business Institute Certificate
Certification from accredited dental assisting program
DANB Radiation Health and Safety X-ray certification
DANB’s Infection Control Certificate (Pass exam within two months of hire)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Computer proficiency
Bi-lingual Spanish strongly preferred