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Dental Health Professionals

Dental Assistant, Full-time

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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

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Job Description

Dental Assistant Dental Health Professionals, 7800 US 131 S.
Cadillac, MI Experience:
No Prior experience required
Education:
High school or equivalent
License:
CDA or RDA preferred
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Duties:
Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, and seating patient. Delivers instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments. Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth. Provides diagnostic information by taking radiographs; pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts. Documents dental care services by charting in patient records. Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols maintaining a safe and clean working environment. Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Submit your resume with contact information and references
Pay:
From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance On-the-job training Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Uniform allowance Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person