Dental assistant

Hartford Hospital Community Dental Clinic - Dental Assistant

Step into a role where every moment matters. At Hartford Hospital—a premier Level 1 Trauma Center and teaching facility—our Brownstone Building Outpatient (OPD) Dental program provides high-standard, personalized care. From General Dentistry to Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, our clinic is a hub of excellence, serving a diverse community with cutting-edge treatments.

As a Dental Assistant, you won’t just be prepping trays; you’ll be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team of dentists, surgeons, residents, and hygienists dedicated to improving oral health outcomes.

Clinical Support: Practice "Four-Handed Dentistry" by assisting chair-side, managing suction/irrigation, and preparing materials for impressions and restorations.

Imaging & Diagnostics: Capture and process dental X-rays as directed by the clinical team.

Patient Advocacy: Calm and counsel patients throughout their treatment; provide clear pre- and post-operative instructions and oral hygiene education.

Sterilization & Safety: Maintain a surgically clean environment. Sterilize instruments, prepare procedure trays, and manage room inventory.

Administrative Flow: Assist with patient check-ins, scheduling, and maintaining detailed dental records within HIPAA compliance.

Requirements

Basic life support
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Infection Control License
Registered dental assistant / Certified dental assistant

High School Diploma or equivalent (Required).

Two years of experience in a dental practice (Preferred).

Bilingual (Spanish) is a strong plus.

Certifications & Training:

Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant Training Program (Preferred).

DANB CDA Certification: General Chairside Assisting (GC).

Radiography Health & Safety (RHS) and Infection Control (ICE) certifications.

Active CPR Certification.

Growth: A thriving environment within a major teaching hospital.

Balance: Competitive benefits designed to ensure a healthy work/life integration.

Innovation: Work alongside leaders in the field at a facility home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast.

Working Hours

Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (40 hrs/week)

Hiring Process

[1] Please apply through the Jobley application form
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[2] A recruiter will contact you to schedule an interview
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[3] Interview
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[4] Job offer
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[5] While proceeding with the hiring process, please apply for the Jobley Bonus through your Jobley account.

*The average time from application to job offer is about one week to one month.
*If you are currently employed and have difficulty changing jobs right now, schedules can be discussed.