Dental Assistant: Periodontics & Implants Specialist

Wave Dental Professionals; Dearborn Heights (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Continuing education opportunities

Career growth and advancement

Cross-training opportunities

Modern technology

Job summary

Wave Dental Specialists in Dearborn Heights, MI, seeks a Dental Assistant to support our Periodontist in a fast-paced, multi-specialty setting. Primary duties include chairside assistance, room preparation, and imaging for periodontal treatments and implants.

The ideal candidate has periodontal experience, radiography certification, and willingness to cross-train in Endodontics or Oral Surgery. Applicants must be dependable, organized, and team-oriented.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year related dental experience.
• Valid X-ray certificate.
• Current license if CDA/RDA/EFDA per state requirements.
• CPR & first aid certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Periodontist during periodontal and surgical procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, surgical setups, and materials.
• Assist with periodontal surgeries, implant procedures, grafting, and other specialty treatments.
• Take dental X-rays and assist with diagnostic imaging.
• Provide chairside assistance and anticipate the doctor's needs throughout procedures.
• Support patient preparation, seating, and post-operative instructions.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records.
• Help patients feel comfortable and informed throughout treatment.
• Cross-train and assist with Endodontics and/or Oral Surgery when needed.

Skills

dental assisting experience

periodontal experience

implants grafting surgeries

endodontics or oral surgery experience

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Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

X-ray certificate

Valid license (CDA/RDA/EFDA)

CPR & first aid certificate

Tools

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Job description

Wave Dental Specialists in Dearborn Heights, MI, seeks a Dental Assistant to support our Periodontist in a fast-paced, multi-specialty setting. Primary duties include chairside assistance, room preparation, and imaging for periodontal treatments and implants.

The ideal candidate has periodontal experience, radiography certification, and willingness to cross-train in Endodontics or Oral Surgery. Applicants must be dependable, organized, and team-oriented.