Dental Assistant

My Community Dental Centers Inc.

6d•$20

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent. (Required)
Knowledge of Microsoft 360 (Required)
2 years Dental experience required.
X-ray certified required.

Nice To Haves

CPR and first aid preferred.
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.
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).

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

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
Financial assistance to become a Certified Dental Assistant and Registered Dental Assistant