Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Jackson, MI

Are you a dental assistant who loves people as much as you love oral health? Our general dentistry practice is looking for a dedicated, friendly, and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our growing team. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality care in a warm, patient-first environment. If youâre ready to bring your clinical skills and positive energy to a place where theyâll be appreciated, weâd love to meet you! What Youâll Be Doing As a core member of our clinical team, youâll ensure our patients feel comfortable and our operations run like a well-oiled machine. Your day-to-day will include: Patient Care: Greeting patients, preparing them for treatments, and ensuring their comfort throughout their visit. Chairside Assisting: Providing four-handed dentistry support during exams, fillings, crowns, and other general procedures. Radiography: Taking high-quality digital X-rays and intraoral photos. Sterilization: Maintaining a pristine environment by sterilizing instruments and prepping operatories according to OSHA standards. Lab Work: Taking impressions, taking digital scans, pouring models, and managing lab cases. Education: Clearly explaining post-operative instructions and oral hygiene tips to patients. What Weâre Looking For Certification: Current Dental Assistant certification and X-ray certification preferred but not required. Experience: Previous experience in a general dentistry setting is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person with a stellar attitude. Tech Savvy: Familiarity with dental software (e.g., Dentrix, Open Dental, or Eaglesoft). Soft Skills: A calming "chairside manner," excellent communication skills, and a genuine team-player mentality. Detail-Oriented: You notice the small thingsâwhether itâs a smudge on a mirror or a patientâs nervous expression. Why Youâll Love Working Here Competitive Pay: $18-22/hr with Bonus System Benefits: Sick and PTO/Vacation time, dental benefits for yourself and immediate family, 401k plan with profit sharing, team events and CE courses to name a few! Work-Life Balance: Fridays and Weekends OFF! Team Culture: Weâre a tight-knit group that supports one another and celebrates our wins together. Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Employee discount Paid time off Profit sharing Uniform allowance Work Location: In person
