Dental Assistant
Company: Compass Health Network
Location: Warrensburg
Posted on: July 2, 2025
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Job Description:
The Dental Assistant will perform duties that assist the
dentist, hygienists and other assistants in the care and treatment
of patients. Supports dental team by preparing treatment room,
patient, instruments, and materials while performing procedures in
compliance with the dental practice act. Performs duties in the
field of reception, chairside assisting, sterilization, inventory
and records. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position working
Monday - Thursday. Responsibilities Include: Outreach •
Educate/Promote oral health through presentations in local schools,
civic organizations, community programs and various other entities
• Promote and implement the Preventive Services Program (PSP) in
local schools Clinical • Review of health history • Dental charting
• Take dental radiographs • Perform infection control and
sterilization procedures • Educate patients about appropriate oral
hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (tooth brushing,
flossing and nutritional counseling) • Counsel patients about
nutrition and its impact on oral health • Assist dentist with the
following aspects of dentistry: oral surgery, restorative,
prosthodontics, endodontics, and preventive • Prepare treatment
room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols
instructed by dentist • perform patient vitals • Professional
communication amongst team, and patients • Ensures operation of
dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements,
following manufacturer’s instructions • Conserves dental resources
by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental
treatment • Travel to other dental clinics, as needed • Other
duties as assigned WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK • Regular
exposure to blood and/or body fluids • Regular exposure to
radiation sources • Regular exposure to fumes and/or gases •
Regular exposure to biohazard waste materials • Regular exposure to
electrical hazards
Keywords: Compass Health Network, Bristol , Dental Assistant, Healthcare , Warrensburg, Connecticut
