Dental Assistant - Endodontics

Wave-Dental-Professionals; Dearborn Heights (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Medical/health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Monthly continuing education

Job summary

Wave Dental Specialists – Dearborn Heights, MI is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to support our Endodontist and cross-train across multiple specialties. You will prep treatment rooms, assist with endodontic procedures, and maintain precise patient records in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has dental assisting experience, endodontic exposure is strongly preferred, and proficiency with Open Dental and intraoral scanners is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience required.
• Endodontic experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with Open Dental and intraoral scanners is a plus.
• Strong infection control and sterilization protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Endodontist during root canals and endodontic procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures.
• Take and develop dental X-rays and assist with diagnostic imaging.
• Provide chairside assistance and anticipate the doctor's needs.
• Assist with microscopes and specialty endodontic equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked clinical environment.
• Document treatment and maintain patient records accurately.
• Collaborate with clinical and admin teams to keep the schedule running smoothly.
• Cross-train and assist in other specialties as needed.

Skills

Dental assisting

Endodontics experience

Open Dental

Intraoral scanners

Infection control

Team-oriented

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

X-ray certificate

CDA/RDA/EFDA license (state requirements)

CPR & First Aid certificate

Tools

Open Dental

Intraoral scanners (iTero)

Job description

Description

Dental Assistant – Endodontics

Wave Dental Specialists – Dearborn Heights, MI
Position: Full-Time Dental Assistant

Join Our Endodontic Team!

Are you an experienced Dental Assistant who enjoys working in a fast-paced specialty environment? Do you take pride in providing excellent patient care while working alongside a skilled specialist?

Wave Dental Specialists is a growing multi-specialty dental practice in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, and we are looking for a dependable, motivated Dental Assistant to primarily support our Endodontist.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys specialty dentistry but also wants the opportunity to learn, grow, and cross-train in other specialties. While your primary focus will be Endodontics, you'll have the flexibility to jump in and support other departments when needed.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the Endodontist during a variety of procedures, including root canals and other endodontic treatments
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures
• Take and develop dental X-rays and assist with diagnostic imaging
• Provide chairside assistance and anticipate the doctor's needs throughout procedures
• Assist with microscopes and specialty endodontic equipment
• Help with patient seating, treatment preparation, and post-operative instructions
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked clinical environment
• Provide exceptional patient care and help patients feel comfortable throughout their treatment
• Accurately document treatment and maintain patient records
• Work closely with the clinical and administrative teams to keep the schedule running efficiently
• Cross-train and assist in other specialties throughout the practice as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Previous dental assisting experience required
• Endodontic experience strongly preferred
• Experience working with an endodontist and dental microscopes is a plus
• Experience with Open Dental preferred
• Experience with iTero or other intraoral scanners preferred
• Strong understanding of infection control and sterilization protocols
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume specialty environment
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
• Excellent communication and patient-service skills
• A positive, team-oriented attitude
• Willingness to learn and support multiple specialties

Why Join Wave Dental Specialists?

We believe in investing in our team and creating opportunities for our employees to build long-term careers.

We offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical/health insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Monthly continuing education opportunities
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Training and cross-specialty learning opportunities
• Supportive leadership and an experienced clinical team
• Modern technology and a state-of-the‑art specialty environment

Ready to Grow With Us?

If you're an experienced Dental Assistant who is passionate about patient care, enjoys specialty dentistry, and wants the opportunity to expand your skills across a multi-specialty practice, we'd love to meet you!

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Requirements

Education and Training

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one-year related experience and/or training or the equivalent of a combination of education and experience in the dental profession.
• Valid X-ray certificate.
• Current license if CDA, RDA, or EFDA (per state requirements).
• CPR & first aid certificate.

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Operations Manager