Dental Assistant
Dental Associates of CT·New Haven, Connecticut
Dental Associates of CT·New Haven, Connecticut
The Dental Assistant will greet and seat patients, act as a liaison between patients and the doctor, and assist chairside using four-handed dentistry. Additional responsibilities include taking x-rays, cleaning operatory, and ensuring the operatory is fully stocked.
Description At Comprehensive Dental Health, 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 part-time Dental Assistant. Candidate should have a strong work-ethic, be a team player and possess the ability to multitask.
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
401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan
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 New Haven, CT Available to work during current office hours: Monday - 8am - 5pm Tuesday - 8am - 5pm Wednesday - 8am - 5pm Preferred Qualities: Dental Office Experience Dentrix Ascend software experience X-Ray and ICE Certification
Market context
In Connecticut, dental assistant roles are commonly competitive because practices look for candidates who can support chairside care, manage patient flow, and work confidently with practice software like Eaglesoft. Employers often value hands-on experience, and benefits such as 401(k) options, referral bonuses, and free CE courses can help a posting stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original description, then confirm your Eaglesoft experience before applying.
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