FT Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a FT Dental Assistant for our 1-dr office. We are open Mon-Wed 8-5 and Thurs 8-2.

This position is available ASAP.

We are a small, friendly office where we all work together. We think this is an excellent opportunity for the right person! This person MUST be reliable as our office has only 1 assistant.

Our office was built in 2021 so all the equipment is modern - digital radiography, intraoral cameras, plumbed in reverse osmosis treated water for operatory bottles, etc.

Dr Trudeau has over 26 years of experience providing dental care in this area.

Some experience is preferred. The pay listed on this job is the standard range for a DA in CT provided by ZR. Pay will be discussed with candidates on an individual basis.

We are looking for a team player to help us deliver a comfortable, well-organized patient experience.

 

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and treatment rooms for dental procedures.
• Provide chairside assistance during preventive and general dentistry procedures.
• Clean rooms and sterilize instruments according to infection control standards.
• Perform dental radiographic imaging using digital radiography.
• Help maintain accurate dental charts using electronic dental records.
• Educate patients on treatment procedures and oral care.
• Manage supplies and support inventory needs.
• Be kind and respectful of other staff at all times.
• Perform standard maintenance on equipment and instruments.
• Occasionally this role may help out at the front desk and also help the hygienists. 
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Dental assisting certificate or diploma.
• State-required dental radiography certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience.
• Experience with dental radiography, infection control, dental charting, equipment maintenance, and instrument sterilization.
• Knowledge of four-handed dentistry and inventory management.
• Strong patient education and communication skills.
• Attention to detail.

Company Description

Our Uncasville, CT general dentistry practice provides general dentistry services that combine modern technology and a friendly and caring environment.

Company Description

Our Uncasville, CT general dentistry practice provides general dentistry services that combine modern technology and a friendly and caring environment.