What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Dental Associates of CT?
Description
At Dental Associates of CT-Newtown, 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 Newtown, CT
Available to work during current office hours:
Specific schedule will be discussed-4 Days per week, 1-2 late nights per week and 2 Saturday's per month
Preferred Qualities:
- Dental Office Experience
- Dentrix Ascend software experience
- X-Ray and ICE Certification