Dental Assistant

Job Details: Job Location: NewBritain, CT 06052, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $24.00 - $29.00 Hourly, Job Category: Health Care, At Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics in New Britain, CT, we know a great Dental Assistant is essential to delivering an exceptional patient experience — and we believe great teams deserve a great work environment. Join a well-established practice and fully staffed clinical and administrative teams. You’ll have a consistent schedule with no weekends or late nights, so you can enjoy better work-life balance while doing what you love. In this role, you’ll play an essential part in supporting high-quality patient care, helping appointments run smoothly, and creating a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and enjoy working closely with patients, we’d love to meet you. Responsibilities Create a welcoming and positive experience for patients by helping them feel comfortable and informed throughout their dental visit Assist the General Dentist during a variety of dental procedures, including restorative treatment, crown and bridge work, fillings, extractions, root canals, hygiene support, and other general dental treatments Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure appointments run efficiently and on schedule Take diagnostic records, including digital x-rays, intraoral photos, scans, and impressions as needed Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and preventive dental health to support positive outcomes Monitor patient flow and work closely with the clinical team to maintain an efficient schedule and minimize wait times Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records as needed Follow all infection control, sterilization, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment Maintain a clean, organized, and professional treatment area Collaborate closely with the dental team to support exceptional patient care and day-to-day office operations Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management This is an opportunity to join a well-established, team-oriented dental practice where your role is essential to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting a positive office culture. Full-time Benefits Health insurance starting on your first day of employment Vision insurance Paid vacation time Paid holidays Paid sick time Dental and orthodontic benefits 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution Consistent, set schedule Qualifications: Previous dental assisting experience Experience in general dentistry strongly preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate with dental experience and a positive attitude Strong communication skills with the ability to help patients feel comfortable and supported during treatment Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment High attention to detail and commitment to quality patient care Team-oriented mindset with a positive, dependable attitude Comfort using dental software and digital imaging technology Current Dental Assistant licensure/certification as required by state regulations Valid radiology/X-ray certification Current CPR and First Aid certification Knowledge of OSHA regulations, infection control standards, and compliance updates Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and dental practice management software #J-18808-Ljbffr Simply Dental