Dental Assistant Fairfield, Connecticut

Our office, Fairfield County Implants & Periodontics, is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our busy specialty practice.

We are seeking a dedicated and personable Dental Assistant to become part of our dynamic team. While prior dental assisting experience is preferred, it is not required! We are happy to train the right candidate who is motivated to learn and grow in the field.

Our practice features a beautiful, modern facility, a loyal and friendly patient base, and a supportive team committed to delivering the highest standard of care. This is a full-time opportunity to work in a positive and professional environment where your contributions will be valued. To learn more about our practice, please visit

You will ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist’s shoulders. You will be focused on ensuring that the patients’ needs, concerns, and questions are answered. You will help keep the patient relaxed and comfortable during their visit, being the patients go‑to resource during their visit which includes the following:

• Welcoming patients to the dental office
• Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort
• Set up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Sterilizing instruments according to regulations
• Assisting the dentist through 4‑handed dentistry
• Providing oral hygiene and post‑operative care instructions
• Keeping the dental room organized and well‑stocked
• Maintaining accurate patient records

As one of the essential members of our office, you will also help to facilitate and coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Monday‑Friday (4 day work week) 7:30am‑5:00pm

Office is closed Saturday and Sunday – No Weekend Work

You are a resourceful dental assistant who loves helping patients receive the experience they deserve and helping the Dentist to provide it. You’re excited by the prospect of a patient leaving your office in a healthier, stronger, and happier being, each and every day. You’re a kind, passionate, and collaborative problem‑solver who is able to proactively adjust to shifting priorities, and values the chance to make an important impact.

• Must live within 25 miles of the office
• Willingness to learn
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non‑surgical tasks
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Detail orientated
• Well‑organized and reliable
• A high school diploma
• Core values of integrity, servant heartedness, passion for education and health
• A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)
• An active state radiology license (if required by law)

If this sounds like you, you will fit right in with the team!

A career with us is a chance to work with everyone involved in the future of specialty dental care. Dental Assistants, Sterilization Technicians, Specialists, Office Managers, Patient Care Coordinators and many more all work together to improve the patient care experience and great clinical results.

We strive to build and maintain an environment where employees from all backgrounds are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. You will also find a culture of continuous learning and a commitment to supporting our team members in all aspects of their lives—at home, at work and everywhere in between.

• BCBS High Deductible & PPO Medical insurance Options
• VSP Vision Coverage
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy
• Short‑term & Long‑Term Disability
• Pet Insurance Coverage
• 401(k)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Package
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Free Continuing Education Credits
• Opportunities for advancement
• Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment
• Strong culture of honesty and teamwork

We believe in transparency through the talent acquisition process; we support our team members, past, future, and present, to make the best decision for themselves and their families. Starting off on the right foot with pay transparency is just one way that we are supporting this mission.

$23 - $30 USD

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