Part-Time Dental Assistant - Patient Care & CE Support

Dental Care Alliance; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Continuing education support

Modern office with advanced dental技术

Job summary

Premier Dental of Connecticut in Bethel, Connecticut is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team with room preparation, instrument sterilization, and chairside assistance. You will join a patient‑focused, team-based office that values quality care and patient satisfaction.

You will join a part-time role with competitive hourly pay of $20–$25, Wednesdays and Fridays 8am–2pm, plus health, dental and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, continuing education

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program.
• At least 1 year of on-the-job experience in dental assisting.
• X-ray certification is required; nitrous oxide certification recommended.
• CPR certification is preferred for emergencies.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Clinical support: prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient care: welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography: take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions and study models.
• Compliance & safety: maintain infection control, patient confidentiality, and workplace regulations.
• Documentation: maintain accurate patient records and scheduling/patient intake as needed.
• Emergency readiness: assist with emergencies, maintain CPR certification and emergency supplies.

Skills

1 year on-the-job-experience

Education

One-year certified dental assistant program

X-Ray certification

Nitrous Oxide certification

CPR certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Premier Dental of Connecticut in Bethel, Connecticut is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team with room preparation, instrument sterilization, and chairside assistance. You will join a patient‑focused, team-based office that values quality care and patient satisfaction.

You will join a part-time role with competitive hourly pay of $20–$25, Wednesdays and Fridays 8am–2pm, plus health, dental and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, continuing education