Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Dental Associates of CT; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a premier multi-specialty dental group in Connecticut as an Orthodontic Dental Assistant. You'll provide essential support in a collaborative environment, ensuring patient care excellence. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a dynamic team culture focused on growth and quality care.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) with employer contribution

Flexible spending account

Employer paid life insurance

Paid holiday, vacation, and sick time

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a dental assistant with clinical support.
• Current certifications in Radiation Health & Safety and Infection Control.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair side support using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Prepare and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments.
• Capture high-quality diagnostic images and manage patient interactions.

Skills

Customer Service

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

iTero Scanner

Job description

Description

Join Connecticut's premier doctor led multi-specialty group practice, where we deliver patient-centric care with compassion and respect. Committed to exceeding expectations, we proactively seize every opportunity to elevate the patient experience and enhance clinical outcomes.

At Archway Dental Partners, our culture isn't just something we talk about—it’s who we are. We embody our core values of respect, quality care, and compassion daily, striving to fulfill our mission of fostering the highest quality care for all patients. Our company culture guides our success, which is at the core of everything we do.

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Orthodontic Dental Assistant to join our thriving team!

What You'll Enjoy:

• A comprehensive benefits package to support you both in and out of the office
• A competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills
• A dynamic, collaborative team of professionals who love what they do!

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide seamless chair side support to experienced dentists using efficient four-handed dentistry techniques
• Prepare treatment rooms meticulously, ensuring all instruments and equipment are clean, sterilized, and ready for use
• Promptly break down and reset treatment rooms post-procedure, returning instruments for immediate sterilization
• Organize and set up procedure trays according to the day’s patient charts and expected treatments
• Daily morning meeting and team schedule review, anticipating the doctor's needs in advance
• Greet, seat, and screen patients - communicating patient concerns effectively to the doctor
• Take alginates, pour and trim models or scan utilizing the iTero scanner
• Capture high-quality diagnostic images, including PA, bitewing, panoramic, and 3D/CBCT x-rays as needed
• Ensure operatories are consistently well-stocked and organized to support efficient patient care

Requirements

• Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to bring warmth, empathy, and positive energy to every patient interaction
• Previous experience as a dental assistant, with a strong foundation in clinical support
• Current certifications in Radiation Health & Safety and Infection Control (or willingness to obtain promptly)
• A growth mindset and eagerness to learn, adapt, and continually improve
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• A team-oriented spirit and genuine desire to contribute to a supportive, patient-first practice culture!

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical*, Dental, and Vision* plans for the family
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Flexible spending account*
• Employer paid life insurance (equivalent to $50,000)*
• Referral program
• Paid holiday, vacation, and sick time
• Voluntary benefits through AFLAC*

*some benefits may only be available to full-time employees. This position has the opportunity to transition to full-time employment in the future.

At an office supported by Archway Dental Partners, we’re committed to supporting you. We’re a supportive collective of outstanding practices with dental excellence as our keystone. We believe in creating a positive, collaborative environment that prioritizes the wellbeing of both our providers and our patients. Our dedicated clinical teams and strong support network work hand-in-hand to deliver outstanding care and drive meaningful results.

You belong here—and we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and take the next step toward a fulfilling career with Archway Dental Partners.