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Dolan Dental PLLC
Certified Dental Assistant
Job Description
Certified Dental Assistant Dolan Dental
PLLC - 5.0
Wethersfield, CT Job Details Full-time $27 - $30 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Direct patient care Customer communication Customer service Patient service Clinical data entry Associate's degree Quality data entryFull Job Description 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 careCareer Insights for Dental Assistant
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$49,585 / year median in Connecticut
+15% projected growth