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Care Family Dental
Dental Assistant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$43,227 / year median in Michigan
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become a vital part of delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, friendly environment! In this role, you will support dentist by preparing treatment areas, assisting during procedures, and ensuring the highest standards of infection control and patient safety. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help create a comfortable experience for every patient while maintaining efficient clinic operations. Duties Prepare treatment rooms with dental instruments, supplies, and sterilized equipment following infection prevention management and aseptic techniques. Assist dentist during a variety of procedures including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry with chairside assisting and four-handed dentistry techniques. Take high-quality dental x-rays and medical imaging using advanced equipment such as 3D scanners, ensuring proper positioning and safety protocols are followed. Manage patient records accurately within electronic medical records (EMR) systems like Eaglesoft and Dentrix while maintaining strict clinical confidentiality policies. Process dental instruments according to sterilization procedures, ensuring all tools meet infection control standards for healthcare infection prevention and control expertise. Experience Previous experience working in a dental clinic setting is preferred ,training will be provided for the right candidate eager to learn. Familiarity with dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools is highly desirable. Knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy enhances your ability to assist effectively across various specialties such as oral surgery or endodontics. Demonstrated understanding of infection control practices, dental sterilization procedures, aseptic techniques, and healthcare infection prevention is essential to ensure safe clinical environments. Experience with dental assisting certifications or coursework related to general dentistry or pediatric dentistry will be considered an asset.