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Covenant Community Care

Mobile Dental Assistant

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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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Mobile Dental Assistant Covenant Community Care - 4.3 Detroit, MI Job Details Full-time 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance 401(k) Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Google Workspace High school diploma or GED Driver's License Experience working with children Patient care Productivity software Full Job Description Are you looking for an opportunity to work in a caring and community focused environment? At Covenant Community Care, we are a faith based non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center serving the communities of Detroit in our clinics that offer integrated medical, dental and counseling healthcare services. We are seeking new team members to join our mobile dental team!
Job Description:
Covenant's Mobile Dental Program provides on-site comprehensive dental care to the underserved population of Metro Detroit. We partner with over 25 schools, 70 head-starts, as well numerous churches, shelters, and rehabilitation centers throughout the area.
Responsibilities:
Assists dentists and dental hygienists with dental procedures Performs administrative tasks such as dental charting, creating patient appointments, and registration. Assists with clinic set up and take down Takes and develops dental x-rays Sterilizes dental instruments and equipment and maintains proper infection control Prepares patients for dental procedures Maintains dental supplies and inventory on-site Manages patient flow of the on-site clinic Maintaining patient records Performing other duties as assigned
Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalent
Required Qualifications:
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills Ability to take initiative and be proactive Ability to multitask and adapt to changing work environment and work responsibilities Responsible and punctual Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Computer literacy (MS Office, Google Workspace) Attentive to detail and data accuracy Valid driver's license Must have reliable transportation Ability to pass a background check Comfortable working with children Capability to lift and move objects up to 25lbs Passion for helping others Comfortable providing dental care to a diverse population base in different settings Willingness to assist in one of Covenant's 3 clinic locations as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
1-year dental assistant experience in a dental office/environment. Certification in dental assisting preferred. Proficient in managing electronic patient records in Dentrix Bilingual is a plus, but not required.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
Comprehensive Benefit program Vacation, Sick, and Personal time (VSP) Paid holidays 401K Life insurance, long term and short-term disability All candidates must successfully complete a criminal background check, TB test, and education credentialing as part of the hiring process. Candidates that float to the Mobile Dental team also require background check for Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD)