Michigan Community Dental Clinics-posted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Ypsilanti, MI
Ambulatory Health Care Services

At My Community Dental Centers, our mission centers around people. We build a passionate, mission-driven team dedicated to improving community health by providing quality dental care for all. We foster a supportive work environment where our Dental Assistants can grow and thrive, offering ample opportunities for mentorship, education, and career development. Founded in 2006, MCDC is committed to providing high-quality dental care to everyone, including those on Medicaid or without insurance across 28 centers in Michigan. If you're passionate about making a positive impact as a Dental Assistant, we invite you to join our team! The Dental Assistant role promotes quality dental care for patients in a comfortable environment by assisting the Dentist, educating patients, maintaining equipment and inventory, and following all OSHA and MIOSHA requirements to ensure a safe environment for patients and team members.

  • Prepare patients and assist the doctor during treatment.
  • Take and develop x-rays along with diagnostic impressions.
  • Perform instrument sterilization and infection control.
  • Clean and stock operatory while maintaining inventory of clinical supplies.
  • Inventory control of laboratory cases.
  • Make clinical notes regarding patient treatment, update health histories, and collect consent forms when applicable.
  • High school graduate or equivalent. (Required)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft 360 (Required)
  • Possess exceptional human relations, communications and conflict management skills.
  • Can maintain an outgoing, friendly attitude with patients, staff, and doctor even under pressure.
  • Can work with interruptions and manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
  • Are able to work unsupervised while maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Have experience with autoclave, suction, hand pieces, panorex, amalgamator, ultrasonic, air compressor, amalgam separator, vacuum pump, and hydrim.
  • 2 years Dental experience preferred.
  • CPR and first aid preferred.
  • X-ray certified preferred.
  • Have knowledge and experience with Microsoft 360 (required) in addition to basic dental software programs, digital impression scanning and practice management platforms such as NexHealth and OverJet (preferred).
  • Financial assistance to become a Certified Dental Assistant and Registered Dental Assistant
  • Sign-On Bonus up to $500
  • No Nights, Weekends, or On-Call Hours
  • Paid Time Off
  • Nine Paid Holidays
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for You and Your Family
  • Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability
  • 403(B) with Company Matchup to 5%
  • Wellness Program & Gym Membership Benefits
  • Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility through Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • CE and License Renewal Reimbursement
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