Certified Dental Assistant

Dolan Dental PLLC

Certified Dental Assistant

Wethersfield, CT
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Employee discounts

    Paid time off

    Benefits/Perks

    Careers Advancement Opportunities

    4- Day Work Week

    Competitive Compensation

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a qualified and caring Certified Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Certified Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate has a current license and at least two years of experience. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

    Responsibilities

    Assist the dentist chairside during exams, procedures, and treatments, anticipating next steps to keep appointments moving efficiently

    Prepare and sterilize instruments, trays, and treatment rooms between patients

    Take and process digital X-rays and intraoral scans/images

    Prepare materials for restorations, crowns, or other procedures

    Prepare lab cases /receive lab cases

    Monitor and restock dental supplies and inventory

    Maintain strict infection control and OSHA compliance standards

    Operate digital imaging, intraoral cameras, and CAD/CAM systems (e.g., milling) as applicable

    Navigate practice management software (e.g., Dentrix) to update charts and treatment notes in real time

    Support use of other in-office tech (digital scanners, patient education software, etc.)

    Qualifications

    Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation

    Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certificate or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) state licensure by the Dental Assisting National Board's (DANB)

    Previous experience as a dental assistant

    Strong computer and data entry skills

    Excellent communication and customer service skills

    Ability to provide high-quality patient care