Dental Assistant Senior

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.


Mission Statement

Mission Statement of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry:
Enhancing health through education, service, advocacy, research, and discovery.

Vision:
As a global leader in integrated health, we drive innovation through groundbreaking research and transformative education, preparing future-ready leaders to deliver equitable, exceptional care and advance the dental profession.

Core Values:

• Compassion:
  We approach each interaction with collegiality, empathy, and professionalism, recognizing the unique contributions of each individual.
• Leadership:
  We empower each person to lead and contribute to our shared goals.
• Excellence:
  We uphold high standards and drive progress in healthcare.
• Responsibility:
  We promote integrity, professionalism, and accountability to ensure ethical decision-making.
• Trust:
  We commit to an honest, transparent environment that fosters healthy relationships.
• Creativity:
  We approach problems with bold thinking by crafting innovative solutions that benefit our community.
• Belonging:
  We embrace and celebrate our diverse community by fostering a sense of inclusion and belonging.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan School of Dentistry , founded in 1875 in Ann Arbor, is a top-ranked, world-renowned institution for dental education, research, and clinical care. It consistently ranks among the top dental schools globally, offering DDS, dental hygiene, and advanced graduate programs, including a unique program for internationally trained dentists.

Please Note:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities*

• Receive and prepare patients for dental treatment.
• Prepare work surfaces and materials for use by the dentist.
• Assist the dentist at the chairside in the treatment of patients.
• Assist with oral examinations and charting under the supervision of the dentist.
• Perform dental radiography work.
• May assist in the development and revision of training procedures and assist in the training of dental students.
• Keep records of appointments, examinations, treatments and supplies.
• Assist in a wide variety of chairside procedures using the principles of four-handed dentistry.
• Specializing in the treatment of medically and/or mentally compromised patients while working with dental students, residents, and faculty.
• Perform general assisting duties that include processing contaminated/sterile instruments, set-up/tear-down of operating room and treatment rooms.
• Seat patients and prepare for treatment.
• Assist with preliminary health and physicals prior to treatment, take vitals, and obtain consents.
• Coordinate and maintain the inventory, ordering and distribution of dental supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Expose and develop radiographs according to standard procedures or specific instructions.
• Clean, disinfect, and arrange work surfaces, storage cabinets, sinks, and dispensing areas.
• Coordinate the proper maintenance and set-up of dental equipment and operations.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

• Certification by the Dental Assisting Board (DANB)
• BLS Certification
• Certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) with a current Michigan license
• Considerable experience as a dental assistant
• This classification requires Primary Source Verification

Why Work at Michigan?

The School of Dentistry is consistently ranked as the #1 dental school in the United States and the world. We embrace diversity in many forms and champion diversity of thought and culture. Our Mission, core values, and additional information about our school can be found on our website. The University of Michigan also offers comprehensive benefits to help you stay well and to support you as you plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous paid time off for vacations, holidays, sick time, season days, and paid parental leave.
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after the first year of employment.
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Work-life programs to strengthen a workplace culture that supports personal and family life, including child care, elder care, lactation resources, and mental and emotional health services.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, hours to be determined


Work Locations

School of Dentistry, 1011 N. University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109


Additional Information

We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for everyone. As part of the onboarding process, all candidates are required to submit their immunization records to Occupational Health Services (OHS) prior to their appointment start date to verify their immunization status. The process includes completing a two-step TB test for all new hires and providing proof of Hepatitis B immunization for clinic-facing roles. Additional immunizations may be necessary based on public health guidance or specific job responsibilities.


Physical Requirements:
This position requires being able to remain in a stationary position for a moderate amount of time, as well as moving, positioning and/or transferring of patients.


Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.


Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.


Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.


U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

280987

Working Title

Dental Assistant Senior

Job Title

Dental Assistant Senior

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite


Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

School Dentistry

Department

DENT Prosthodontics

Posting Begin/End Date

7/31/2026 - 8/14/2026

Salary

$54,225.60 - $78,707.20

Career Interest

Patient Care Services