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Smile Doctors Affiliate
Pediatric Dental Assistant
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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
Pediatric Dental Assistant Smile Doctors Affiliate - 3.1 Livonia, MI Job Details Full-time 12 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Looking for a career that makes you smile? Today's Pediatric Dentistry- Livonia is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our growing team. Responsible for general clinic administrative work and maintenance, as well as completing lab work under the direction of a Dentist. How you'll make us better: Prepares the examination room for appointments by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary equipment is ready for the Dentist Assists the Dentist during their procedure by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs throughout the appointment Greets patients as they arrive Updates and maintains the patients dental records Takes and processes x-rays of patients Schedules patient appointments Takes billing and insurance details from patients Advises patients on recommended oral hygiene Assists Pediatric Dental Hygienist as needed Obtains consent from parents Your special skills: We're proud of our company culture and heritage of awesomeness. If you've got the following, you'll fit right in: Ability build rapport with patients Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers Ability to set priorities, administer full schedules and multi-task Prerequisites for success: High School Diploma or equivalent required Some dental industry experience preferred Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board CPR certification if required by state