Pediatric Dental Assistant

Dental Associates of CT; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dental care is seeking a dedicated dental assistant to join their compassionate team. In this role, you will assist experienced dentists, ensuring a seamless patient experience from the moment they walk in. Your responsibilities will include preparing treatment rooms, taking diagnostic x-rays, and providing exceptional customer service. This position not only offers a chance to grow within a supportive environment but also provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to be part of a family-oriented team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(k) with Employer Contribution

Flexible Spending Account

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Referral Program

Paid Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time

Voluntary Benefits through AFLAC

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assisting with strong customer service skills.
• Certifications in Radiation Health Safety and Infection Control required.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chairside and prepare treatment rooms.
• Communicate effectively with patients and manage their concerns.
• Take diagnostic x-rays and keep operatory stocked.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Dental Assisting Experience

Radiation Health Safety Certification

Infection Control Certification

Willingness to Learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 Dental Associates of Connecticut Kids & Orthodontics, 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.

What we offer:

• A comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, opportunity to work with an experienced, enthusiastic, and organized team!

Specific job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist experienced dentists chairside, using four-handed dentistry
• Preparation of treatment rooms, ensuring instruments and equipment are sterile
• Breakdown of treatment rooms, ensuring all instruments are returned for sterilization promptly
• Daily morning meeting and team schedule review, anticipating the doctor's needs in advance
• Set up trays as indicated by the days' charts and doctor's anticipated needs
• Greet, seat, and screen patients - communicating patient concerns effectively to the doctor
• Take alginates, pour and trim models or scan utilizing the iTero scanner
• Take diagnostic x-rays (PA, Bitewing, Panoramic, 3D/CBCT) as needed
• Keep operatory fully stocked

Requirements

• Superior customer service skills, with the ability to infuse personality, empathy, and enthusiasm into each patient contact
• Dental assisting experience
• Radiation Health Safety and Infection Control Certifications
• Willingness to learn & grow
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• A desire to become part of our family-oriented team & support our mission to deliver the best patient experience possible!

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

At Dental Associates of Connecticut Kids & Orthodontics, we’re committed to supporting you. We’re a supportive collective of outstanding practices with dental excellence as our keystone. We stand for the well being of our providers and patients. Our clinical teams and support system collaborate for the greater good. You’re welcome here. Apply today to learn more and get connected with us.