Dental Assistant

Specialized Dental Partners; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vis

Job summary

Orchard Endodontics in Shelby Township, MI is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to support providers during treatment and contribute to an exceptional patient experience. You will help ensure efficient daily operations and patient comfort from check-in through post-treatment care.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, Dental Assistant and Dental Radiology certifications, and 1+ year of experience in dental assisting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dental Assistant and Dental Radiology certifications in accordance with state regulations and practice standards.
• 1+ years of Dental Assisting experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Drs by assisting, charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up.
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment.
• Take Xrays & CBCT Endo Enhanced scans.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories.
• Welcome, comfort and educate patients on oral hygiene and post treatment care.
• Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality and follow workplace regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team-first attitude

Reliable and organized

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant Certification

Dental Radiology Certification

Job description

Overview

Dental Assistant

Orchard Endodontics

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll support our providers during treatment, deliver exceptional patient care, and help ensure our practice runs efficiently each day.

Providing every patient with an outstanding experience is our top priority, and we take pride in treating each person who walks through our doors like family. If you're passionate about compassionate care, teamwork, and making a positive impact on patients' lives, we'd love to have you on our team.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm and Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.

We are an emergency based practice so working past 5:30pm is possible at times.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Drs by assisting, charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
• Take Xrays & CBCT Endo Enhanced scans
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Welcome, comfort and educate patients on oral hygiene and post treatment care
• Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality and follow workplace regulations
• Please note that additional responsibilities may be assigned

Qualifications

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Dental Assistant and Dental Radiology certifications in accordance with state regulations and practice standards
• 1+ years of Dental Assisting experience

Preferred Skills

• Excellent communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable in a high-level clinical setting

We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and much more!

Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practicesare proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The salary range for this role is $22-$26 per hour. At Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices, we are committed to ensuring fair and equitable pay for all employees. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding pay equity and non-discrimination. Our compensation practices are designed to ensure that employees are paid fairly based on their role, experience, performance, and contributions to the company, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We regularly review our compensation practices and conduct pay equity audits to identify and address any disparities. By fostering a culture of transparency and fairness, we aim to create an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

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