Dental Hygiene Assistant: Patient Care & Education

North American Dental Group; Trenton (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits including 401(k

Paid Time Off

Career Growth

Exciting Work Environment

Job summary

North American Dental Group is seeking a Dental Hygiene Assistant for Family Gentle Dentists in Woodhaven, MI. This full-time role supports the hygienist and dentist, prepares treatment rooms, and helps ensure excellent patient care in a friendly team environment.

You will assist with procedures, manage health history documentation, and educate patients on oral health and treatment plans. Dental assisting certification, radiography/X-ray credentials, CPR, and MS Office proficiency are preferred,

Qualifications

• Dental assisting certification or equivalent on-the-job training.
• 1–5 years of experience preferred; new graduates welcome.
• State-specific radiography/X-ray certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Commitment to excellent patient education and service.

Responsibilities

• Assist the hygienist by prepping rooms and seating patients.
• Record health history and ensure all forms and signatures are obtained.
• Educate patients on treatment plans and oral health.
• Maintain a professional, service-oriented communication with patients and team.

Skills

Dental assisting

CPR

MS Office

Patient education

Education

Dental Assisting Certification

Tools

Radiography/X-Ray

Job description

North American Dental Group is seeking a Dental Hygiene Assistant for Family Gentle Dentists in Woodhaven, MI. This full-time role supports the hygienist and dentist, prepares treatment rooms, and helps ensure excellent patient care in a friendly team environment.

You will assist with procedures, manage health history documentation, and educate patients on oral health and treatment plans. Dental assisting certification, radiography/X-ray credentials, CPR, and MS Office proficiency are preferred,