Experienced Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Experienced Dental Assistant

Hiring Urgently!

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Dental Assistant to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a passion for patient care and efficiency. This Dental Assistant role offers great opportunities for bonuses in addition to hourly pay, along with potential growth within the practice and organization.

Benefits/Perks:

• Full Healthcare (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• 401(k) Plan: Company Matching
• Continued Education Opportunities
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Employee Dental Discount
• Competitive Salary & Performance Incentives
• Supportive Team Culture and Growth Opportunities

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Passion for patient care and a team-oriented mindset
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to maintaining hygiene and infection control standards
• Proactive approach to assisting both patients and dental providers

Roles/Responsibilities:

• Chair-side assisting for dental assistant procedures
• Greeting patients upon arrival and monitoring appointment flow
• Setting up treatment rooms and maintaining instruments, supplies, and equipment
• Escorting patients to treatment rooms and ensuring their comfort
• Reviewing and updating patient health histories as per protocol
• Anticipating and assisting the dentist and dental assistant team during procedures
• Preparing dental materials (cements, amalgam, composite, impression materials, etc.)
• Taking radiographs (pano’s and FMX) for assigned dentists and dental assistants
• Charting patient information accurately, including treatments and charges
• Providing post-treatment care instructions and answering patient questions
• Ensuring accurate treatment notes and scheduling follow-up appointments
• Monitoring and managing inventory and supplies
• Maintaining sterilization and infection control protocols

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Dental Assistant experience (Preferred)
• Proficient in dental terminology and charting
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative dental assistant team
• Strong patient care skills and attention to detail

Work Setting:

• Clinical Setting: General Dentistry
• Work Location: In-person (17234 Goddard Rd, Allen Park, MI 48101 – must relocate before starting work)
• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Join our dynamic dental assistant team and be part of a practice that values teamwork, patient care, and career growth!