Dental Assistant

Great Expressions Dental Centers; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading dental practice as a Dental Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in enhancing patient care and supporting a dynamic dental team. This position offers competitive pay, opportunities for career growth, and a commitment to community oral health. Ideal candidates will have dental assisting experience and a friendly demeanor, ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Supportive team

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills with a friendly demeanor.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist dental team in providing exceptional patient care.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain a clean environment.
• Support dentists during procedures and manage appointment scheduling.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Dental assisting experience or relevant education

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Join our dynamic and thriving dental practice as a Dental Assistant at Great Expressions Dental Centers! We are seeking an energetic and motivated individual to positively impact our patients' oral health. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment with new challenges daily, this role is perfect for you.

Responsibilities

• Assist our experienced dental team in providing exceptional patient care
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean environment
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
• Support dentists during procedures, anticipating needs and ensuring workflow
• Perform basic dental procedures under supervision
• Manage appointment scheduling and maintain patient records

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of dental assisting experience or relevant education preferred
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills with a friendly demeanor
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting
• Proficiency in dental software is a plus

Requirements

Ensure you meet the state-specific requirements below before applying:

• Connecticut: certification and proof of formal training to expose X-rays
• Florida: EFDA certification and proof of formal training to expose X-rays (including FDOH Permit)
• Georgia: CPR, EFDA certification, and proof of formal training to expose X-rays
• Massachusetts: CPR, X-ray training, BORID certification, and annual CE
• Michigan: Evidence of X-ray training certification upon hiring; 8-week submission window if not yet certified
• New Jersey: Proof of X-ray training
• New York: Not applicable
• Ohio: Proof of X-ray training and formal training
• Texas: CPR, TSBDE certification

We offer competitive pay, a supportive team, and career growth opportunities. If you're ready to contribute to our community's oral health, apply today by submitting your resume. We look forward to welcoming you!

Great Expressions Dental Centers is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.