Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Royal Oak, MI
Job Title : Dental Assistant Our Office: Who We Are Our office consists of a team of highly trained and experienced dental professionals, dedicated to providing top-quality care to all of our patients. In order to ensure the most effective treatment possible, we have a state-of-the-art facility equipped with the latest technology and techniques. Providing our patients with a positive and comfortable experience is our top priority. Be our next Dental Assistant! We are looking for a full-time Dental Assistant for our location to join our team of professionals. Applicants for this job are required to have hands-on experience as dental assistants, or formal training in dental assisting. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and are committed to delivering the highest quality care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Job Summary Dental assistants assist dentists/hygienists during procedures, clean/sanitize equipment and instruments, and prepare patients for treatment. In addition to performing various office duties related to insurance processing and billing, the Dental Assistant conforms to the Dental Practice Act in a comprehensive, patient-centered oral healthcare clinic. Tasks and responsibilities: Sterilizes and delivers instruments to the treatment area; positions instruments for dentists/hygienists to access; passes instruments. Selects, mixes, and places materials on instruments and in patients' mouths. Ensures the proper disposal of dental waste materials, including dental sharps, extracted teeth, blood-soaked gauze, cotton rolls, and other disposable supplies. Accurately and efficiently prepares patients, reviews health information, and records treatment information in the patient record. Prepares radiographic studies and pours, trims, and polishes study casts for diagnostic use. Provides patients with comfort, seating, and draping before dental treatment by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Maintains emergency drugs, oxygen supply, emergency telephone directory, and CPR certification to handle dental and medical emergencies. Creates temporary restorations, cleans and polishes removable appliances to maintain a patient appearance. Educates patients on oral hygiene and provides post-operative instructions as instructed by the dentist Ensure that all materials and supplies are stocked, and prepare procedure kits for distribution. A license to practice X-rays in your state of employment is preferred. Why work at Our Office? Benefits and a competitive salary await you! We at treat our employees like community, which means you will work with highly motivated and passionate colleagues who are all working toward the same goal. We value diversity, teamwork, and continuous learning, and offer competitive benefits and opportunities for growth and advancement. Benefits include: Insurance (Health + Vision) Dental services Paid holidays off PTO Monthly bonus opportunities Pay : $18 - $25 per hour Qualifications An experience of 1 year as a Dental Assistant is (Required) High school diploma or equivalent (Required) License/Certification: X-ray (Preferred) Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Dental Assistant: 1 year (Required) Ability to Commute: Royal Oak, MI 48067 (Required) Work Location: In person
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