Dental Assistant

Benevis • New Britain, CT

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About The Position

Benevis is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the office and professional dental staff in providing quality, compassionate dental care. The Dental Assistant helps patients and parents understand care processes, prepares patients and treatment areas, assists during procedures, and contributes to a positive experience—particularly for children, who make up 70% or more of the patient base. The role also supports community outreach and teamwork through participation in local events and morning huddles. Work may take place in a professional office, clinical, or support environment depending on the role and business needs. Scheduled hours and work location may vary based on business needs, and extended or alternate hours may be required during peak periods or to support operations.

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 about 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 the hygiene bay and operatory rooms.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.
• Mix amalgam, cement, and pulp paste, and prepare impression materials.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, chairs, and rooms.
• Assist professional dental staff with treatment.
• Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient charts.
• Assist with suctioning, holding retractors, and cutting sutures during surgical procedures.
• Pour, trim, and polish impression casts.
• Fabricate custom impression trays.
• Participate in local community events, including school screenings and presentations, to promote a positive image of the company.
• Participate in morning huddles and support teamwork and customer focus.
• Adhere to government regulations, company standards, and compliance programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Monthly bonuses based on office performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED