Pediatric Dental Assistant — Grow with a Patient-First Team

Smile Doctors; Novi (MI); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision and life insur

Short and long-term disability

Job summary

Today's Pediatric Dentistry Novi is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our growing team in Novi, MI. The role involves assisting the Dentist, preparing rooms, taking X-rays, and managing patient records to ensure a smooth workflow.

You will greet patients, schedule appointments, collect billing details, and educate families on oral hygiene. Certification requirements and state-specific radiography CPR may apply, with opportunities to grow within a supportive, patient-first culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Some dental industry experience preferred.
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board.
• Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board.
• CPR certification if required by state Dental Board.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the examination room for appointments by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary equipment is ready for the Dentist.
• Assist the Dentist during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs throughout the appointment.
• Greets patients as they arrive.
• Updates and maintains the patient dental records.
• Takes and processes x-rays of patients.
• Schedules patient appointments.
• Takes billing and insurance details from patients.
• Advises patients on recommended oral hygiene.
• Assists Pediatric Dental Hygienist as needed.
• Obtains consent from parents.

Skills

Rapport building

Relationship building

Prioritization & multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Today's Pediatric Dentistry Novi is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our growing team in Novi, MI. The role involves assisting the Dentist, preparing rooms, taking X-rays, and managing patient records to ensure a smooth workflow.

You will greet patients, schedule appointments, collect billing details, and educate families on oral hygiene. Certification requirements and state-specific radiography CPR may apply, with opportunities to grow within a supportive, patient-first culture.