Dental Assistant

Affinity Dental Management•Cromwell, CT

11d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Preferred Dental of Cromwell is seeking a driven and patient-centric Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental team in the heart of Cromwell, CT on a full-time basis. Nestled alongside the picturesque Mattabesset River, our state-of-the-art dental office combines advanced technology with a welcoming environment to provide exceptional care to families and individuals of all ages. In this vital role, you'll be responsible for preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials, as well as compliantly delivering procedures and protocols. If you have a passion for people and healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in a supportive team environment!

Requirements

CPR Certification
Minimum 2 years of dental office experience (required)

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
Diploma or certificate from an approved Dental Assistant program as accredited by CODA (preferred)
Current CT DA license, or DANB CDA in CT, ICE & RHS Certifications (preferred)
Previous dental assistance experience (preferred)
Dentrix dental software knowledge (a plus)
Dental assisting experience with Dental Specialists (preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist in providing a safe, comforting, and welcoming exam room atmosphere
Sterilize and deliver instruments to treatment area, position and pass instruments and materials, suction, and expose/develop radiographic studies
Pour, trim, and polish study casts and removable appliances
Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and calling for repairs
Capture and interpret x-rays
Track inventory levels, anticipate needed supplies, and verify receipt of supplies
Document dental care services by charting in patient records
Educate patients on oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions