Dental Assistant

GD MI Manager LLC; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hometown Dental in Canton, MI is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our patient-focused team. You will assist the dentist during a wide range of procedures, prepare treatment rooms, take dental X-rays, and maintain infection control.

We value compassionate, dependable team players with good communication and a commitment to high-quality care. Certification per Michigan regs is required; experience preferred; hours are Mon-Thu 9-5, Fri 9-2.

Qualifications

• Michigan regulations require dental assisting certification.
• Experience preferred in a fast-paced dental setting.
• Strong infection control and sterilization knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the dentist during a wide range of dental procedures.
• Preparing and maintaining treatment rooms and instruments.
• Taking dental X-rays and assisting with digital imaging.
• Sterilizing instruments and maintaining infection-control standards.
• Providing compassionate chairside support and patient education.
• Helping patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their visits.
• Preparing materials and instruments for restorative and surgical procedures.
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
• Supporting the dental team with day-to-day clinical needs.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

X-ray imaging

Patient education

Education

Dental assisting certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Digital imaging

Sterilization tools

Job description

Location: Ardent Dental - Hometown Full-Time Dental Assistant Hometown Dental — Canton, MI Pay range $19-23 depending on experience Hometown Dental is looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate, and dependable Full-Time Dental Assistant to join our growing team in Canton, Michigan! We are a patient-focused dental practice providing comprehensive family, cosmetic, restorative, implant, orthodontic, and emergency dental care. Our goal is to create a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient while delivering high-quality dentistry using modern technology.

What You'll Do

• Assisting the dentist during a wide range of dental procedures
• Preparing and maintaining treatment rooms and instruments
• Taking dental X-rays and assisting with digital imaging
• Sterilizing instruments and maintaining infection-control standards
• Providing compassionate chairside support and patient education
• Helping patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their visits
• Preparing materials and instruments for restorative and surgical procedures
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation
• Supporting the dental team with day-to-day clinical needs

What We're Looking For

• Previous dental assisting experience preferred
• Dental assisting certification/credentials as required by Michigan regulations
• Strong understanding of infection control and sterilization procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Warm, friendly, and professional personality
• Dependable, organized, and able to work effectively in a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced dental environment
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care

Why Join Hometown Dental?

At Hometown Dental, we believe patients should feel like family. We pride ourselves on personalized attention, a welcoming environment, and comprehensive care all under one roof. Our practice also utilizes modern dental technology, including 3D X-rays and intraoral scanning. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced dental team while gaining exposure to a broad range of procedures and treatments.

Job Details

• Position: Full-Time Dental Assistant
• Location: Hometown Dental, 45650 Ford Rd, Canton, MI 48187
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday 9-5pm Friday 9-2pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

We 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.

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We understand you have options and that each of you have specific interests and goals. We take pride in learning about what is important to you and why you are looking to make a career change. We look forward to exploring this potential opportunity with you and providing you with enough information to make an informed decision about the next step in your career.

We strive every day to provide the best possible experience for our patients. We believe strongly in our values that guide us towards unity and teamwork. Collectively we make an I.M.P.A.C.T that makes a difference. I-Integrity M-Mentorship P-Partnership A-Action C-Caring T-Transparency