Dental Assistant - Full Time (40 Hours) / Days

Henry Ford Health System; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Dental Assistant in a dynamic academic practice. In this full-time role, you'll work alongside experienced faculty and residents in a Level 1 trauma center, providing high-quality care to medically complex patients. Your responsibilities will include assisting in surgeries, managing patient care, and collaborating with various departments. This position offers a supportive team environment and extensive training, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about oral and maxillofacial surgical care. Enjoy competitive benefits, including health insurance and flexible schedules, as you make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program is required.
• At least one year of dental experience preferred, especially in surgical assisting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care before, during, and after dental procedures.
• Perform administrative tasks to support quality patient care.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure efficient patient experiences.

Skills

Dental Assisting

Patient Care

Surgical Assisting

Vital Signs Monitoring

Medical History Taking

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Certificate from an accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Electronic Medical Record System

Job description

Dental Assistant needed in a growing academic practice!

Are you looking for a career as an Oral & Maxillofacial surgical assistant?

Would you like to work in a faculty practice setting associated with a major hospital system and Level 1 trauma center?

Do you want a career with excellent benefits?

Look no further because Henry Ford Health is looking for you.

Ideal candidates are eager to learn and work in a highly functional team environment.

You should be energetic, passionate about Oral & Maxillofacial surgical care, interested in working with faculty and residents, and dedicated to helping others. Requirements include completion of an accredited dental assisting program, with priority given to those with surgical dental assistant experience. All qualified and motivated candidates are encouraged to apply.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Dental Assistant Position @Henry Ford Health

Working as a dental assistant (DA) in the departments of oral & maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) and hospital dentistry (HD) at Henry Ford Health (HFH) involves delivering dental and oral surgery care to medically complex, hospital-based patients. Care is provided in hospital settings, operating rooms, and outpatient clinics, often dealing with sicker and more complex patients than typical community clinics. As a DA, you will assist beyond chairside support, helping in patient care before, during, and after visits, with details provided during the interview. You will collaborate with multiple departments and work within a comprehensive electronic medical record system, with extensive training provided. You will also work closely with nursing leadership to maintain a safe, efficient environment, all aimed at providing high-quality care and excellent patient experiences.

• Under supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, performs administrative and clinical tasks to support quality, compassionate patient care.
• Tasks include greeting and escorting patients, taking medical histories, recording vital signs, preparing patients for procedures, and assisting physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Demonstrates clinical competence as a Dental Assistant.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least one (1) year of dental experience, with priority given to those with surgical dental assisting experience.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Certificate of completion from an accredited dental assisting program.
• Radiology Certification.
• Within three (3) years of hire, must pass the DAANCE (Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification Exam).
• BLS certification.

Job Type: Full Time; 40 Hours / Days

Benefits include:

• 401(k), 401(k) matching, health and dental insurance, life insurance, flexible schedules, paid time off, and more.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group
• Department: Surgery Oral Surgery Royal Oak
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable