Job Overview:
Dr. Dental is looking for a Dental Assistant for our office located in Vernon, CT. This is a full-time position for a friendly, and motivated Dental Assistant who is focused on providing the best patient care possible.
Pay: $26-$28 based on experience plus performance bonus program!
Schedule: Mon-Friday 8am-5pm
Responsibilities For Our Ideal Dental Assistant:
- Greet and prepare patients for treatment
- Chairside assisting during a variety of dental procedures
- Expose radiographs and intra-oral pictures
- Provide patient instructions and education on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health and provide instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures
- Prepare, breakdown, disinfect and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments
- Maintain strict compliance with infection control, CDC, OSHA and HIPPA
- Maintain dental supply inventory and perform other job related duties
- Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
Required Education and Experience:
- Radiology and Infection control certificates are required!
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant preferred
- High School degree or equivalent is required
- Basic computer skills and knowledge is required
Company Benefits
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- 401k/401 Match
- Aflac
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
- Infection Control Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
