CT - Dental Assistant I
Abra Health
About the Practice
Job Description
We are pediatric dental office practice in search of 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 customers in the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
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
Works well with children
Skills
Bilingual - Fluent in English and 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
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:15am-5:00pm, Saturday 7:15am-2:00pm. Every Saturday's requirement. (weekday OFF assigned)
Location: Danbury, Derby, Norwalk, Stamford and Bridgeport.
Entry Level: $18+Career growth plan based on performance and attendance, $1 increase every 6 months!!!
Experienced dental experience, $20+ Career growth plan based on performance and attendance, $1 increase every 6 months!!!
"All employees have the responsibility to adhere to our organization's policies, procedures, and code of conduct, as well as uphold all facets of our comprehensive compliance program. This commitment is fundamental to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and regulatory adherence within our workplace." #FT1
About Abra Health
Abra Health Group or Abra is a Dental Support Organization – DSO – for a family of practices that provide a wide scope of dental specialties including pediatric dentistry, general dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery and many other sub-specialties (endodontics, periodontics, etc.) The DSO has affiliate practices in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Our singular mission is to provide access to high-quality, affordable care to underserved communities. By firmly placing our patients first, we aim to deliver an exceptional experience as we improve their well-being. Our vision is to become a leading dental support organization to underserved communities in the areas that we serve. Our founders and leadership teams are mostly comprised of dentists. With over 1,100 employees, our large-footprint practices can accommodate hundreds of patients every day in an inviting, comfortable environment for both patients and staff alike. Abra Health Group supports the following brands: - Abra Dental (New Jersey) - Pearly Whites (New Jersey) - Abra Health - Children's Surgery Center (New Jersey) - Smiles4Keeps (Pennsylvania) - All About Kids (Connecticut) - Presto Dental (Connecticut) - Garden Oral Surgery (Multiple States)