Dental Assistant

Benevis•Hartford, CT

19d

About The Position

Benevis is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the office and professional dental staff in providing treatment and quality, compassionate dental care. The role helps guide patients and parents through care processes, prepares patients and treatment areas, and contributes to positive patient experiences. The position includes working with children, who make up 70% or more of the patient base, and may involve participating in local community events and team huddles.

Requirements

Graduation from senior high school or GED equivalent.
Adhere to government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs.

Nice To Haves

X-ray certification, as preferred according to state and individual practice requirements.
Certified dental assistant credentials, as preferred according to state and individual practice requirements.
Bilingual Spanish skills, depending on location.

Responsibilities

Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient.
Guide parents of minors and patients through processes before treatment.
Educate patients on oral hygiene and provide postoperative instructions.
Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
Take X-rays and save them to patient charts, depending on location.
Maintain operational readiness of hygiene bays and operatories.
Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.
Mix amalgam, cement, and pulp paste, and prepare impression materials.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, chairs, and rooms.
Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient charts.
Assist professional dental staff during treatment, including suctioning, holding retractors, and cutting sutures during surgical procedures.
Pour, trim, and polish impression casts.
Fabricate custom impression trays.
Adhere to government regulations, company standards, and compliance programs.
Participate in local community events, such as school screenings and presentations, to promote a positive image of the company.
Participate in morning team huddles and support recognition and collaboration among peers.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Monthly bonuses based on office performance.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible spending accounts.
Paid time off.
Company holidays.
Continuing education reimbursement.
Company-provided certification training, including CPR, radiology, and nitrous oxide certificates.
Reimbursement for eligible training and testing expenses required to obtain or renew selected certificates.