Dental Assistant jobs in Bridgeport, CT

Dental Assistant assists with dental surgical and other procedures under the direct supervision of a dentist. Prepares patient and arranges instruments and supplies used for procedures. Being a Dental Assistant hands instruments to the dentist and helps during treatment. Ensures all instruments are sterile and follows infection control protocols. Additionally, Dental Assistant records treatment notes and updates patient records. May take and process x-rays. May require an associate degree in dental assisting or equivalent. Has Basic Life Support (BLS) and depending on state, may have licensing requirement. Typically reports to a dentist. The Dental Assistant works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Dental Assistant typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Dental Assistant
  • Aspen Dental
  • Fairfield, CT FULL_TIME
  • At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO).  Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career.  When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients’ lives. 

    Salary:

    $22 - $26 / hour

    At Aspen Dental, We Put You First. We Offer:

    • A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match
    • Career development and growth opportunities to support you at every stage of your career
    • A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
    • Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U

    How You’ll Make a Difference:

    As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors. You will have the support and training you need to maximize your career potential and help make a difference in your community one smile at a time. 

    • Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
    • Take dental x-rays
    • Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
    • Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice
    • Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
    • Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
    • Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns
    • Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
    • Perform digital intraoral scans
    • Support patient charting for doctors
    • Perform various office tasks as necessary
    • Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction

    Qualifications:

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds
    • Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
    • Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification if required

    Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from Aspen Dental Management, Inc., a dental support organization.

    ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

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Dental Assistant
  • Dr Dental
  • Bridgeport, CT FULL_TIME
  • Dr. Dental is looking for a full-time Dental Assistant for our office located in Bridgeport, CT. The ideal Dental Assistant for this position would have 2 years’ experience as a Certified Dental Assis...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Dental assistant
  • My Dental Career
  • Trumbull, CT FULL_TIME
  • Interested in a career in the Dental Assistant / Oral Hygiene field? My Dental Career can help! START TRAINING FOR YOUR NEW DENTAL ASSISTING CAREER TODAY! Graduate employment services may be available...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Westport Dental office
  • Westport, CT FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • Dental Assistant (Westport) compensation: competitive compensationemployment type: full-time Seeking a motivated dental assistant with 2 years experience who is energetic, detail oriented, punctual an...
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Dental Assistant
  • Stratford Family Dental
  • Stratford, CT PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • Family Dental practice has opening for reliable, flexible, positive team player. Preferred pre-Dental student, oral surgery resident. Candidate must have good work ethics, experience ( not necessary) ...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Dental assistant
  • My Dental Career
  • Westport, CT FULL_TIME
  • Interested in a career in the Dental Assistant / Oral Hygiene field? My Dental Career can help! START TRAINING FOR YOUR NEW DENTAL ASSISTING CAREER TODAY! Graduate employment services may be available...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Sun River Health
  • Amityville, NY
  • Job Description Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral heal...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • Brush & Floss Dental Center LLC
  • Stratford, CT
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Careers Advancement Opportunities Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compens...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • The Smilist
  • Port Washington, NY
  • A well-established dental group practice is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join its growing team. Employees ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • The Harmony Dental Group
  • Norwalk, CT
  • Job Description Job Description Seeking a Dental Assistant for family practice. We have 3 general dentists and 1 pediatr...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • Staffing Technologies
  • New Haven, CT
  • Job Description Job Description Dental Assistant - 4 Positions Location: New Haven, CT and New Britain, CT Job Descripti...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • North American Dental Group
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • Overview: Life Long Dental Care Dental Assistant Open Up to A Whole New Dental Experience Imagine working in a place whi...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • Mullen Family Dentistry
  • New Milford, CT
  • Job Description Job Description Chairside dental assistant for a busy dental practice. 40 hours per week. No experience ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Traveling Dental Assistant
  • Sutton Dental & Braces - a Benevis company
  • New Haven, CT
  • Overview: Sutton Dental and Braces New Haven, Bridgeport, Waterbury CT Traveling Dental Assistant - Full Time - 8am to 5...
  • 3/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

Bridgeport is a historic seaport city in the U.S. state of Connecticut. It is in Fairfield County, at the mouth of the Pequonnock River on Long Island Sound, 60 miles from Manhattan and 40 miles from The Bronx. It is bordered by the towns of Trumbull to the north, Fairfield to the west, and Stratford to the east. As of 2017, Bridgeport had an estimated population of 146,579, which made it the largest city in Connecticut and the fifth-most populous in New England. The Greater Bridgeport area is the 48th-largest urban area in the United States. The showman P. T. Barnum was a resident of the cit...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Dental Assistant jobs
$47,570 to $58,325
Bridgeport, Connecticut area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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