Dental Assistant

Great Expressions Dental Centers; South Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Expressions Dental Centers is seeking a Dental Assistant in Michigan to join a dynamic team and support patient care in a fast-paced practice.

Responsibilities include room preparation, instrument sterilization, patient education, and assisting dentists during procedures, while ensuring efficient workflow and accurate recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of dental assisting experience.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and compassionate demeanor.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with dental software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dental team to provide patient care.
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Support dentists during procedures and maintain workflow.
• Manage appointments and maintain patient records.

Skills

Dental assistant experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Dental software proficiency

Job description

Join our dynamic and thriving dental practice as a Dental Assistant! At Great Expressions Dental Centers, we're seeking an energetic and motivated individual to join our team and positively impact our patients' oral health. If you're looking for a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities, this is the perfect position for you!

Responsibilities

• Assist our experienced dental team in providing exceptional patient care
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure a clean and organized environment
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care
• Support dentists during procedures, anticipating their needs and ensuring smooth workflow
• Perform basic dental procedures under the guidance of a licensed dentist
• Manage appointment scheduling and maintain patient records accurately

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of previous dental assisting experience
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen eye for detail
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, compassionate demeanor
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in dental software and technology is a plus

Requirements

• Michigan: Upon hiring, you are required to furnish evidence of X-ray training certification. If you do not possess certification at the time of hiring, you are granted an 8-week period to submit it.

At Great Expressions, we offer competitive compensation, a supportive team, and the opportunity to grow in your dental career.

GEDC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.