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UCFS Healthcare Dental Assistant in Norwich, Connecticut
Dental Assistant
Norwich, CT (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=47+Town+Street+Norwich+CT+USA+06360)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
UCFS strives to use person-centered care to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our community. Share in our vision of being Eastern CT’s best choice for patient-centered healthcare!
We are currently seeking aDental Assistantto join our team in Norwich. The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist with patient care and ensuring the efficient operation of the dental clinic.
Expected Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/week; Monday through Friday, 8:00am- 4:30pm
Essential Responsibilities:
Prepare patients for dental procedures and take their dental records and vitals
Assist dentists with all dental procedures utilizing fourhanded dentistry.
Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments to ensure a clean and safe environment
Provide patients with instructions for oral care and post-treatment procedures
Expose and develop dental radiographs and take impressions and pour dental models
Provide routine operational support such as tracking lab work, maintaining supplies in operatories, laundering staff scrub jackets and other duties as needed
Return patient phone calls, phone in prescriptions and schedule patient appointments
Why UCFS?
Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference for our clients and community. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more. If you are committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent
Dental Assisting Certificate preferred with a minimum of 1-year of experience required for uncertified candidates
Certificate in Dental Radiology
Infection Control Certification
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Basic knowledge of electronic health record software
Compassionate, professional, and committed to patient care
UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package including -
Flexible schedules
Competitive salaries
Generous paid time off including 3 weeks' vacation, 4 floating holidays and 10 sick days each year
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
Paid life and disability insurance
UCFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as protected by applicable federal and/or state law.