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Dental Assistant

CompanyDental Associates of CT
LocationProspect
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 14, 2026
About The Company
We are a vibrant, growing, multi-specialty, private group practice in Connecticut. Since 1971, Dental Associates has been providing state-of-the-art dental care to families in western Connecticut. Our team of general dentists and specialists provides every aspect of dental care with expertise and compassion. What makes Dental Associates of CT different? We are simply built differently, from our outstanding unique company culture to our dedication to continuous improvement. With 20+ locations we are able to provide the highest quality care available to communities across Connecticut and eastern New York. We welcome you to experience what our patients and team have enjoyed for the last 50 years.
About the Role

Description

At Capozzi Dental Group, our mission is to provide quality dental and personal care to all our patients in a relaxed and comfortable environment in which patients feel welcomed, accepted, secure, and confident in the care that they are receiving. We believe that satisfying all of our patients is our most important goal. Our network of high-standard professionals provides exceptional care to our patients throughout Connecticut!  


Currently, we're in search of a highly motivated Dental Assistant. Candidate should have a strong work-ethic, be a team player and possess the ability to multitask.


Specific job responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

  • Greet and seat patients
  • Act as a liaison between the patient and the doctor
  • Set up trays as indicated by the days’ charts
  • Review schedules and anticipate the doctor’s needs in advance
  • Assist chairside using four-handed dentistry
  • Enter treatment plans
  • Take x-rays as needed
  • Clean and disinfect operatory after each patient
  • Take alginates/pour and trim models
  • Package and sterilize instruments
  • Keep operatory fully stocked
  • Act as a liaison between the patient and the doctor

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Superior customer service skills
  • Willingness to learn & grow
  • A desire to become part of our family-oriented team & support our mission to deliver the best patient experience possible!
  • Ability to reliably commute to the office location in Prospect, CT

Available to work during current office hours:

  • Monday - 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday - 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday - 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday - 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday - 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Preferred Qualities:

  • Dental Office Experience
  • Dentrix Ascend software experience
  • X-Ray and ICE Certification 
Key Skills
Patient ServiceTeamworkMultitaskingChairside AssistanceFour-Handed DentistryTreatment PlanningDental X-RaysOperatory Cleaning And DisinfectionDental ImpressionsModel Pouring And TrimmingInstrument SterilizationInventory StockingDentrix AscendCustomer Service
Categories
HealthcareCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
401(k)401(k) MatchingEmployee DiscountFlexible Spending AccountHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Plan
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Welcome and seat patients, coordinate communication between patients and the doctor, prepare trays and the operatory, and assist chairside using four-handed dentistry. Enter treatment plans, take X-rays, create dental models, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, stocked operatory.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$25 - $28
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
180
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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