Dental Assistant

Roman Shlafer DDS; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Roman Shlafer DDS in Farmington Hills, MI is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to join our patient-first team. You will prepare treatment rooms, assist chairside, take X-rays, and help with patient education while maintaining accurate records.

We value empathy, reliability, and a calm demeanor under pressure. Experience is welcomed but training is available, with benefits including health/dental/vision coverage, paid time off, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental terminology and basic oral anatomy.
• Familiarity with common procedures such as fillings, crowns, extractions, root canals, and implants.
• Empathy, patience, and good communication in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and keep equipment ready for each procedure.
• Chairside assistance by anticipating needs and passing instruments.
• Take and process digital X-rays.
• Teach patients about oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Greet patients, schedule appointments, and assist with payments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and support lab tasks and general office duties.

Skills

Dental terminology

Oral anatomy

Patient communication

Team player

Job description

Location:Roman Shlafer DDS PLLCDental Assistant: Join Our Team - $24 + an hour - Based on ExperienceBe part of a practice where patients come first and teamwork makes the difference.We’re growing, and we’re looking for a Dental Assistant who is caring, dependable, and ready to make a real difference in our patients’ lives. If you’re someone who stays calm under pressure, communicates with warmth, and takes pride in doing things right, you’ll fit right in. Experienced assistants and those eager to learn are both welcome to apply.What You’ll DoPrepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and keep equipment ready for each procedureAssist the dentist chairside by anticipating needs and passing instrumentsTake and process digital X-raysHelp patients feel at ease before, during, and after their visitTeach patients about oral hygiene and explain post-treatment careGreet patients, schedule appointments, and assist with paymentMaintain accurate patient recordsSupport lab tasks and general office duties as neededWhat You’ll BringKnowledge of dental terminology and basic oral anatomyFamiliarity with common procedures such as fillings, crowns, extractions, root canals, and implants1-2 years of dental assisting experience preferred (we’ll train the right person)Empathy, patience, and quick thinkingExcellent communication skills and a positive, team-first attitudeProfessionalism, integrity, and a strong work ethicWhat We OfferGuaranteed hourly ratePaid vacation and paid holidays401(k) with company matchHealth, dental, and vision insurance (eligibility begins at 30 hours per week)Life and disability insuranceA supportive team and room to grow your careerReady to take the next step? Apply today. We’d love to meet you.FLSA Status:Non-ExemptWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.