Surgical Dental Assistant

Prosperity Placement Solutions; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

CE funding for continuing education

Uniform allowance

Modern dental technology

Job summary

Prosperity Placement Solutions seeks a Surgical Dental Assistant for a busy dental practice in Southfield, MI. You will work chairside with dentists, support surgical procedures, and help ensure a seamless, comfortable patient experience.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of surgical experience, radiograph certification, CPR/BLS, and knowledge of OSHA/CDC/HIPAA. We offer $22.00–$28.00/hour, incentives, medical coverage, 401(k), PTO, CE funding, and a modern, technology-driven office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of experience as a Surgical Dental Assistant.
• Active radiograph/X-ray certification.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA, CDC, HIPAA, and infection-control standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon on surgical days with protocols and prep/post-operative support.
• Sterilize instruments and prepare operatory per OSHA/CDC/HIPAA.
• Prepare rooms, comfort patients, and provide pre/post-op instructions.

Skills

Surgical dental assisting

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Associate or Bachelor of Science

Tools

Open Dental

Intraoral scanners

3D printer

Job description

Surgical Dental Assistant

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Rate: $22.00–$28.00/hour

Schedule:

• Monday: 7:45 AM–3:15 PM

• Tuesday: 10:45 AM–6:15 PM

• Wednesday: 7:45 AM–3:15 PM

• Thursday: 7:45 AM–3:15 PM

Position Overview

Our busy and growing dental practice is seeking an experienced, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Surgical Dental Assistant to join our high-performance team. In this role, you will work chairside with our dentists, providing hands-on patient care that promotes the prevention and treatment of periodontal disease, assisting with surgical procedures, and ensuring a seamless, comfortable experience for our patients. The ideal candidate is a proactive team player who understands practice growth, excels in high-pressure environments, and takes tasks through to completion on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Surgical & Chairside Assisting: Assist the doctor on surgical days, following documented surgical protocols. Offer pre-, peri-, and post-operative support for all surgeries. Assist with operatory setup, anesthesia administration, and cleanup.

• Operatory & Instrument Preparation: Sterilize surgical instruments in cooperation with the Sterilization Assistant, adhering strictly to OSHA, CDC, and HIPAA protocols. Ensure all implant kits have burs arranged in the proper order prior to sterilization.

• Patient Care & Instruction: Prepare examination rooms and make patients comfortable in the chair. Provide clear pre- and post-op instructions, distribute Care Kits, complete post-operative appointments, and perform suture removal.

• Lab & Restorative Support: Fabricate temporary restorations, clean and polish removable appliances, and convert TTB arches. Check in, organize, and manage restorative lab cases with external labs.

• Digital Technology & Lab Management: Serve as a lead training resource for the 3D printer and intraoral scanners (Primescan, Shining 3D). Manage the receipt, processing, and distribution of internal lab cases (bite guards, implant temps) across all practice locations.

• Documentation & Marketing: Chart treatment and surgical/restorative updates accurately in the practice management software (Open Dental). Coordinate with the Marketing Manager to compile before-and-after implant files for patients.

Performance Metrics & KPIs

• Maintain high achievement of Doctor Daily Production Objectives (meet DPO 95% of the time).

• Deliver an exceptional patient experience, maintaining doctor patient survey ratings above 4.5 out of 5.

• Foster strong team communication and reliability, maintaining an internal performance rating above 4.5 out of 5.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required:

• Minimum of 1+ years of experience as a Surgical Dental Assistant.

• Associate or Bachelor of Science degree.

• Active radiograph/X-ray certification.

• Current CPR/BLS certification.

• Thorough knowledge of OSHA, CDC, HIPAA, and infection-control standards.

• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, instruments, and burs.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to stay calm and effective in high-pressure situations.

Preferred & Highly Desirable

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license.

• Direct experience in oral surgery or complex surgical dentistry.

• Hands‑on proficiency with Open Dental software.

• Experience operating intraoral scanners (Shining 3D, iTero, Primescan), CBCT machines, Shofu/digital cameras, and 3D printers.

Benefits & Compensation

• Hourly Pay: $22.00–$28.00/hour, depending on experience.

• Incentive and bonus opportunities.

• Company group healthcare coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

• In-house dental care at our practice.

• Annual uniform allowance.

• Financial support for continuing education (CE).

• Modern work environment equipped with the latest digital radiography and dental technology.

• Vibrant, positive team culture focused on professional growth.