Dental Assistant

All About Kids Pediatrics Dentistry and...
Norwalk, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 11/11/2024 CLOSED ON 12/5/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at All About Kids Pediatrics Dentistry and...?

We are pediatric dental office practice in search of an experienced dental assistant to be part of our growing and dynamic team! We are seeking a candidate who is pleasant, brings a positive attitude to the workplace, is a dedicated team player, reliable and enthusiastic about professional growth. Dental assistants should possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and efficiency in their responsibilities.

Responsibilities

  • Welcomes patients in the dental office
  • Prepares patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
  • Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
  • Sterilize instruments according to regulations
  • Manages inventory
  • Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
  • Undertake lab tasks as instructed
  • Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
  • Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked

Skills

  • Bilingual - Fluent in English/Spanish (Preferred)
  • Proven experience as dental assistant
  • RHS and ICE certificated (Preferred)
  • Understanding of health & safety regulations
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Well-organized and reliable

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

  • Pediatrics

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Experience:

  • Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

  • Fluent Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Radiology Certification (Preferred)
  • Infection Control Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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