Dental Assistant

Elite Dental Partners; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Program Bonuses

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401k

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners in Kentwood, MI is seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant to join our patient‑focused team. You will provide chair‑side support to dentists and hygienists, help with charting, operatory setup and clean‑up, and assist with taking X‑rays.

This role is scheduled for Mondays and Tuesdays and offers a welcoming environment with opportunities for growth and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program and state-board certification.
• Radiology certification required by the State Dental Board.
• Dental assisting experience preferred.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and dental software; Dentrix preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork to create a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory setup and clean-up.
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment.
• Take and process X-Rays.
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories.
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Patient education

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Dental assisting program

Tools

Dentrix

Microsoft Office

Job description

A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

We are seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant that shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment. This position will be scheduled to work on Mondays & Tuesdays.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
• Take and process X-Rays
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board
• Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board
• Dental assisting experience preferred
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment

Benefits

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Assistants include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program Bonuses
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• 401k
• Career Growth Opportunities

An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion

Hourly rate

$21 - $25 USD

We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.

Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth. Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.