Part-time Dental Assistant (Saturdays)

Benevis • New Haven, CT

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Benevis is seeking a Part-time Dental Assistant to join their team, contributing to their mission of providing quality, affordable dental care and creating happy, healthy smiles. The company emphasizes a fun, compassionate environment and serves a patient base that is 70% or more children. As a Dental Assistant, you will be an integral part of the care team, supporting the office and assisting professional dental staff with treatment. This role involves delivering quality care, educating patients, preparing for examinations, and participating in community events to promote a positive image of the company. The ideal candidate will love working with kids and thrive in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Graduation from a senior high school or GED equivalent required
• Perform to the highest integrity by adhering to all government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs

Nice To Haves

• X-ray certification preferred according to State and individual practices
• Certified dental assistant credentials preferred according to State and individual practices
• Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus (location dependent)

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient
• Guide parents of minors and patients through our processes before treatment
• Educate patients in oral hygiene instruction and provide postoperative instructions
• Prepare patient for examination and treatment
• Take x-rays and save to patient charts (dependent on location)
• Responsible for the operational readiness of the hygiene bay and operatory rooms
• Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures
• Mix amalgam, cement, 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 chart
• Assist with suctioning, holding retractors and suture cutting during surgical procedures
• Pour, trim and polish impression casts
• Fabricate custom impression trays
• Perform to the highest integrity by adhering to all government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Monthly bonuses based on Office performance
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, company holidays and much more!
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Company provided certification trainings-These certifications include CPR certificates, Radiology certificates, Nitrous Oxide certificates, etc.
• The company will reimburse selected employees for eligible training/testing expenses required to obtain or renew the certificate

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees