Dental Assistant
full-time•Guilford
About this role
Description
At Guilford Smiles, an office within Dental Associates of Connecticut, our mission is to provide quality dental and personal care to all our patients in a relaxed and comfortable environment in which patients feel welcomed, accepted, secure, and confident in the care that they are receiving. We believe that satisfying all of our patients is our most important goal. Our network of high-standard professionals provides exceptional care to our patients throughout Connecticut!
Currently, we're in search of a highly motivated Full-time Dental Assistant. Candidate should have a strong work-ethic, be a team player and possess the ability to multitask
Specific job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Greet and seat patients
- Act as a liaison between the patient and the doctor
- Set up trays as indicated by the days’ charts
- Review schedules and anticipate the doctor’s needs in advance
- Assist chairside using four-handed dentistry
- Enter treatment plans
- Take x-rays as needed
- Clean and disinfect operatory after each patient
- Take alginates/pour and trim models
- Package and sterilize instruments
- Keep operatory fully stocked
- Act as a liaison between the patient and the doctor
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Requirements
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Superior customer service skills
Willingness to learn & grow
A desire to become part of our family-oriented team & support our mission to deliver the best patient experience possible!
Ability to reliably commute to the office location in Guilford Smiles, CT
Available to work during current office hours:
- Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm
Preferred Qualities:
- Dental Office Experience
- Dentrix Ascend software experience
- X-Ray and ICE Certification
What you'll do
- The Dental Assistant will greet and seat patients, assist chairside using four-handed dentistry, and manage treatment plans. Additional responsibilities include cleaning and disinfecting the operatory and ensuring that instruments are sterilized and operatory is stocked.
About Dental Associates of CT
We are a vibrant, growing, multi-specialty, private group practice in Connecticut. Since 1971, Dental Associates has been providing state-of-the-art dental care to families in western Connecticut. Our team of general dentists and specialists provides every aspect of dental care with expertise and compassion.
What makes Dental Associates of CT different? We are simply built differently, from our outstanding unique company culture to our dedication to continuous improvement. With 20+ locations we are able to provide the highest quality care available to communities across Connecticut and eastern New York.
We welcome you to experience what our patients and team have enjoyed for the last 50 years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Dental Assistant do at Dental Associates of CT?
As a Dental Assistant at Dental Associates of CT, you will: the Dental Assistant will greet and seat patients, assist chairside using four-handed dentistry, and manage treatment plans. Additional responsibilities include cleaning and disinfecting the operatory and ensuring that instruments are sterilized and operatory is stocked..
Is the Dental Assistant position at Dental Associates of CT remote?
The Dental Assistant position at Dental Associates of CT is based in Guilford, Connecticut, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Dental Assistant position at Dental Associates of CT?
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