Registered Dental Assistant (Periodontics)

Mason Dental; Bay City (MI); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement eligibility

Continuing-education support

Job summary

Mason Dental in Bay City, Michigan, is looking for a part-time Registered Dental Assistant to support our periodontal specialist, Dr. William Mason. This unique role involves assisting with procedures and maintaining patient care in a flexible scheduling environment.

The position offers competitive pay between $20 and $28 per hour with benefits like 401(k) retirement eligibility and continuing-education support. Ideal for those wanting to work a few days a month while balancing other commitments.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active Michigan RDA registration in good standing.
• Dental radiography certification is required.
• Strong chairside and four-handed dentistry skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist during periodontal procedures including scaling and root planing.
• Set up and maintain sterile surgical trays and instruments.
• Take and process digital dental radiographs.

Skills

Chairside skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Active Michigan Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) registration

Dental radiography certification

Current CPR / BLS certification

Tools

Eaglesoft software

Job description

# Registered Dental Assistant (Part-Time, Periodontics)“Confidence starts with care” — and exceptional care starts with an exceptional team.Part-time $20–$28 / hour Bay City, MI 1–3 days / monthApply NowRated 4.9 stars across 780+ Google reviewsPublished Wednesday, June 17, 2026Mason Dental is hiring a **part-time Registered Dental Assistant** to support our visiting periodontist, **Dr. William Mason**, in Bay City, Michigan. This is a flexible, as-needed role — typically **one to three days per month** — with the schedule set well in advance so it fits easily around a full-time job, school, or family. We welcome applicants from across the Great Lakes Bay region — Bay City, Saginaw, Midland, Freeland, Essexville, Auburn, and the surrounding towns.## About Mason DentalMason Dental is a patient-focused general dental practice in Bay City, MI, led by Dr. Chelsea Mason. We believe great dentistry starts with a calm, well-run office and a team that looks out for one another and for every patient who walks through the door. We’re a smaller practice, so your work is visible, your ideas are heard, and you’re never just a number.Our team at Dr. Chelsea Mason Dental — Bay City, MI## What makes this role differentThis is a specialty chairside role assisting **Dr. William Mason** during periodontal procedures. Because periodontal days are scheduled **months ahead**, you’ll always know your dates well in advance — ideal if you want to add a few flexible, well-paid days to your month without a full-time commitment. There is **no OSHA or compliance responsibility** in this role; you’ll focus purely on excellent chairside support.## What You’ll Do* Assist Dr. William Mason during periodontal procedures — including scaling and root planing support, surgical periodontal treatment, extractions, and implant placement support — with smooth four-handed dentistry* Set up sterile surgical trays and instruments for periodontal treatment* Prepare and break down operatories between patients, following strict infection-control protocols* Take and process digital dental radiographs (digital X-rays)* Perform expanded functions allowed under your Michigan RDA registration* Provide post-operative instructions and answer patient questions with warmth and patience* Help patients feel comfortable and informed, especially those who are nervous about periodontal or surgical care* Maintain accurate charting in our practice-management software (Eaglesoft experience is a plus)* Manage sterilization of periodontal instruments## What We’re Looking ForRequired* Active Michigan Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) registration in good standing* Dental radiography certification* Current CPR / BLS certification* Strong chairside and four-handed dentistry skills* Dependable, organized, detail-oriented* A warm, professional manner with patients and teammates* Availability for occasional weekday periodontal days (scheduled well in advance)Nice to have* Periodontal or oral-surgery assisting experience* Experience with Eaglesoft practice-management software* Expanded-functions experience under Michigan RDA scope* Comfort with digital X-ray and intraoral imaging systems## Why Join Mason Dental* A flexible, part-time role you can fit around your existing schedule* Periodontal days scheduled months in advance — predictable and easy to plan around* Work alongside a skilled periodontist, Dr. William Mason, and a warm, close-knit team* Competitive pay of $20–$28 per hour* Benefits: 401(k) retirement eligibility and continuing-education support## Apply NowReady to join us? Complete the short form below and attach your resume. If you have periodontal or surgical assisting experience, mention it — we read every application personally and look forward to meeting you.Do you hold an active Michigan RDA registration?