Full-Time Dental Assistant - Patient-Focused Care

Bright Direction Dental; Blissfield (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Great Lakes Family Dental in Blissfield, MI, is seeking a friendly, motivated Full-Time Dental Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with dentists and the clinical staff to provide compassionate patient care, maintain a clean and efficient clinical environment, and support a range of dental procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and dedication to a welcoming patient experience, with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay based on

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and terminology.
• Dental assisting experience preferred.
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential preferred.
• Certifications/registrations required by Michigan law for the role.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a busy dental environment.
• Friendly, dependable, professional, patient-focused.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures.
• Prepare patients and treatment rooms for scheduled procedures.
• Take dental radiographs and intraoral photographs, as permitted by Michigan regulations.
• Prepare, clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments, equipment, and treatment areas.
• Assist with clinical procedures and support providers based on daily practice needs.
• Maintain dental supplies, monitor inventory, and stock treatment rooms.
• Follow infection control protocols, CDC/OSHA guidelines, and HIPAA.

Skills

Dental procedures

Dental instruments

Terminology

Dental assisting experience

CDA credential

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Patient care

Job description

Great Lakes Family Dental in Blissfield, MI, is seeking a friendly, motivated Full-Time Dental Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with dentists and the clinical staff to provide compassionate patient care, maintain a clean and efficient clinical environment, and support a range of dental procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and dedication to a welcoming patient experience, with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay based on