Dental Assistant

The role

The Dental Assistant will provide patient service and assist the dentist with clinical and administrative tasks. Duties include preparing patients, setting up instruments, and maintaining dental records.

What you will do

• Welcoming patients to the dental office
• Preparing patients for treatment
• Set up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Sterilizing instruments according to regulations
• Assisting the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
• Providing oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keeping the dental room organized and well-stocked
• Maintaining accurate patient records
• Facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed

Required qualifications

• 6+ years of proven experience as a dental assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• A strong attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• A high school diploma
• A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)
• An active state radiology license (if required by law)
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time

Benefits

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance Options
• VSP Vision Coverage
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only)
• Short-term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) plan w/match options
• HSA / FSA Account Access
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Package
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
• Paid Time Off

About the company

Fairfield County Implants & Periodontics is a specialty practice with a modern facility and a supportive team.