Dental Assistant

Bring Your Skills to a Practice That Feels Like Home

Are you an experienced Dental Assistant looking for more than just a job? At our small, private dental practice, we’ve created a workplace where your contributions are truly valued—and where every day brings meaningful connections with patients and teammates alike. If you’re reliable, energetic, and thrive in a fast-paced environment while keeping a calm, compassionate presence, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

We’re not just looking for a great assistant—we’re looking for a great fit. Someone who shares our commitment to comfort, quality, and creating a warm, welcoming experience for every patient who walks through our door.

Why Work Here

We’ve built our culture around respect, teamwork, and trust—both with our patients and each other. Here’s what you can expect when you join our close-knit, high-performing team:

• Four-Day Workweek – M,T, W 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.; Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; No Fridays/Weekends
• Paid Time Off – Includes vacation, holidays, and sick time so you can recharge and take care of what matters most
• 401(k) with Matching & Profit Sharing – Invest in your future with confidence
• Generous Staff Discounts – Receive discounts on dental services for you and your family
• Paid Training & Continued Education – We’ll support your growth and keep your skills sharp
• Uniform Allowance – We’ve got you covered so you can focus on the work
• Friendly, Supportive Team Environment – Work with a team that looks out for one another and genuinely enjoys what we do

At our practice, you’re not just a number—you’re a valued member of a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional care and creating a positive environment for everyone.

Chairside Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greet patients, escort them to the treatment room, gather patient information and health background; verify that health history and other required forms are up to date
• Perform 4-handed dentistry: Assisting dentist by handing him instruments and equipment, taking notes when needed, charting as needed
• Take digital X-rays (with X-ray certification)
• Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions; 3D scanning
• Provide patient care and support during dental procedures; educate patients on post-treatment care
• Prepare/clean work areas; prepare instrument trays; clean/sterilize instruments and maintain sterilization area

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Our preferred candidate is a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) currently certified in the state of Michigan.

• Willingness and ability to be a strong team member and display a positive attitude: ability to maintain outgoing, friendly, compassionate attitude with patients and staff under pressure
• Ability to work with interruptions, manage multiple priorities well, be flexible with change
• Follows direction of dentist, but is self-motivated and anticipates dentist and patient needs
• Must maintain OSHA, HIPAA and BLS (CPR) certifications
• Prior experience assisting in a chart-less office is a plus

All offers of employment are contingent upon background check.