Dental Assistant

Job Description

DIRECT HIRE OPPORTUNITY!

SIGN ON BONUS!

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION!

NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY!

Dean’s Professional Services have partnered with a large, pediatric dental organization and are seeking aDental Assistantto work at a pediatric dental practice in New Haven, CT. This is a full time, direct hire position offering competitive compensation and benefits!

Our client provides dental practice management services to over 120+ supported offices across the country. Their mission is to create a world of happy, healthy smiles by providing high quality dental care in a fun, compassionate environment.

Support our mission to providing excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences. Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients.

Job Responsibilities:

Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient

Guide parents of minors and patients through our processes before treatment

Educate patients in oral hygiene instruction and provide postoperative instructions

Prepare patient for examination and treatment

Take x-rays and save to patient charts (dependent on location)

Responsible for the operational readiness of the hygiene bay and operatory rooms

Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures

Mix amalgam, cement, pulp paste and prepare impression materials

Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, chairs and rooms

Assist professional dental staff with treatment:

Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient chart

Assist with suctioning, holding retractors and suture cutting during surgical procedures

Pour, trim and polish impression casts

Fabricate custom impression trays

Perform to the highest integrity by adhering to all government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Must have both an Infection Control AND Radiation, Health & Safety Certification on DANB

Dental Assistant License with CT

BLS and/or CPR Valid Certification through accredited American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Pediatric Experience -Preferred

Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus

Job Details:

Schedule: Full time schedule- Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Salary: $18/hr to $25/hr (Based on experience) + benefits

Direct Hire Opportunity

Sign on bonus!

Quarterly bonuses based on Office performance

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, company holidays and much more!

Continuing education reimbursement

Company provided certification trainings-These certifications include CPR certificates, Radiology certificates, Nitrous Oxide certificates, etc.

The company will reimburse selected employees for eligible training/testing expenses required to obtain or renew the certificate

Dean’s Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing solutions firm. Since 1993, DPS has placed over 45,000 professionals across the nation. We work with our clients to provide placement opportunities that match your skill, experience, and personality. For more information, please visitwww.deansprofessionalservices.com.

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