Entry Level Dental Assistant

Community First Health Centers - New Haven; New Haven Township (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Disability insurance

Paid sick time

Retirement plan

403(b) plan with employer matching

Prescription drug insurance

AD&D insurance

Bereavement leave

Paid jury duty

Paid holidays

Job summary

Community First Health Centers - New Haven in Michigan seeks a Dental Assistant to join a mission-driven team delivering patient-centered care with modern equipment and supportive workflows.

You will work a 4-day schedule totaling 40 hours per week with no weekend shifts and a stable routine, rotating between Port Huron and New Haven clinics for varied clinical experiences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus a dental assistant program certificate.
• 1+ year dental assistant experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently with good interpersonal and computer skills.
• CPR/BLS certification and relevant dental licenses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during complex procedures and extractions.
• Take impressions, pour/trims models, and assist in waxwork for removable appliances.
• Perform expanded functions for credentialed holders including temporary crowns, sealants, final impressions, and restorations.
• Educate patients on aftercare; maintain EMR records; prep and reset treatment rooms.
• Rotating clinic setup between Port Huron and New Haven with a 4-day work week.

Skills

Independence

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Dental assistant program certificate

Tools

EMR proficiency

Job description

Join our mission-driven dental team in New Haven! Enjoy a 4-day work week earning up to $23.75/hr.

- Work-Life Balance with a 4-Day Work Week

Enjoy 40 hours structured into just 4 days per week with no unpredictable shifts or weekend hours. This steady schedule offers time to recharge and balance your professional and personal life.

- Supportive Environment and Modern Clinic Workflows

Work in an organization that invests in modern equipment, efficient EMR workflows, and realistic scheduling. Clinicians receive dedicated support to deliver care without feeling rushed.

- Professional Variety Across Rotating Locations

Gain dynamic clinical experience through a rotating office setup between the Port Huron and New Haven dental clinics, providing engaging days and diverse patient care opportunities.

- Comprehensive Benefits and Growth Opportunities

Receive competitive hourly compensation ($20.14–$23.75/hr) alongside healthcare coverage, retirement matching, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and leadership that values ongoing input.

Pay

• $20 - $24 per hour
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Shift & Schedule

40 hours per week, 4 days per week with no unpredictable shifts or weekends.

Hours of operation:

• Monday: 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Wednesday: 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Thursday: 6:30 a.m. to 5:0 p.m.

Requirements

• License & Certification: Basic life support
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent and certificate of completion from a recognized Dental Assistant program.
• Experience: General dentistry experience preferred (1 year).
• Skills: Ability to work independently with minimal guidance, general computer proficiency, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Preferences

• License & Certification: Registered dental assistant / Certified dental assistant
• Years of Professional Experience: Experienced Dental assistant with 1+ years of practice

Job Description

• Overview: Seeking a Dental Assistant to join a mission-driven team providing patient-centered care with modern equipment and supportive workflows.
• Responsibilities: Support surgical dentistry procedures alongside dentists during complex extractions, anticipate provider needs, perform impression taking, model pouring/trimming, and assist in fabrication process including waxwork for removable appliances.
• Expanded Functions: Perform advanced tasks for qualified credential holders including temporary crown creation, sealant application, final impressions, and class one restorations.
• Patient Care & Admin: Educate patients on aftercare and post-surgical recovery, prepare and reset treatment rooms efficiently, maintain EMR records, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Work Environment: Rotating setup between Port Huron and New Haven dental clinics with a 4-day work schedule.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Disability insurance
• Paid sick time
• Retirement plan
• 403(b) plan with employer matching
• prescription drug insurance
• AD&D insurance
• bereavement leave
• paid jury duty
• and paid holidays.

Jobley Bonus

• $90 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Facility Information

Name: Community First Health Centers - New Haven

Location: 58144 Gratiot Avenue, New Haven, Michigan

Type: Dental clinic

Healthcare Services: Dental office

Opening Hours

• Monday: 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Wednesday: 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Thursday: 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Friday: Closed
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

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