Dental assistant

Hartford Hospital Community Dental Clinic - Dental Assistant

Step into a role where every moment matters. At Hartford Hospital—a premier Level 1 Trauma Center and teaching facility—our Brownstone Building Outpatient (OPD) Dental program provides high-standard, personalized care. From General Dentistry to Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, our clinic is a hub of excellence, serving a diverse community with cutting-edge treatments.
As a Dental Assistant, you won’t just be prepping trays; you’ll be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team of dentists, surgeons, residents, and hygienists dedicated to improving oral health outcomes.

Pay

$34,686~$44,321 per year

Salary Details
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Employment Type

Full-time

Requirements

• Basic life support
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Infection Control License
• Registered dental assistant / Certified dental assistant

High School Diploma or equivalent (Required).
Two years of experience in a dental practice (Preferred).
Bilingual (Spanish) is a strong plus.
Certifications & Training:
Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant Training Program (Preferred).
DANB CDA Certification: General Chairside Assisting (GC).
Radiography Health & Safety (RHS) and Infection Control (ICE) certifications.
Active CPR Certification.

Job Description

Clinical Support: Practice "Four-Handed Dentistry" by assisting chair-side, managing suction/irrigation, and preparing materials for impressions and restorations.
Imaging & Diagnostics: Capture and process dental X-rays as directed by the clinical team.
Patient Advocacy: Calm and counsel patients throughout their treatment; provide clear pre- and post-operative instructions and oral hygiene education.
Sterilization & Safety: Maintain a surgically clean environment. Sterilize instruments, prepare procedure trays, and manage room inventory.
Administrative Flow: Assist with patient check-ins, scheduling, and maintaining detailed dental records within HIPAA compliance.

Benefits

Growth: A thriving environment within a major teaching hospital.
Balance: Competitive benefits designed to ensure a healthy work/life integration.
Innovation: Work alongside leaders in the field at a facility home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast.

Jobley Bonus: $90 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Shift & Schedule

Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (40 hrs/week)

About the Practice

• Name: Hartford Hospital Dental Community Clinic
• Location: 79 Retreat Ave, Hartford, CT 06106