Hiring for a Dental Assistant in Bridgeport, CT.
Temporary role covering a leave for about 2-3 months (potential this could turn into a permanent role!)
Schedule: 40 hour weeks – Mon – Fri; 8:00a – 5:00p, prefer someone that can work one late day until 7 pm.
May occasionally need to float to other offices in Stratford or Stamford – need to be flexible with this as needed.
MUST have at minimum a DA Diploma (Dental Assistant)
- Bilingual a PLUS but not required
Pay: $20-25/hr (based on experience!)
Job Description:
- Assist the dentist during a variety of dental procedures including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary supplies are available.
- Record vital signs and medical history information accurately in electronic health records (EHR) system
- Maintain strict infection control protocols following aseptic techniques to ensure patient safety.
- Provide chairside assistance during procedures, including four-handed dentistry practices to improve efficiency.
Skills / Qualifications
- At least 1+ year Dental Assistant experience
- MUST have a DA certificate / diploma from accredited institution
- Proficiency in EMR system
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques.
- Ability to perform chairside assisting efficiently in general dentistry settings as well as specialized fields like prosthodontics and endodontics.
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