Dental Assistant
About The Position
Established in 1996 in downtown Ithaca, Smile Ithaca provides exceptional dental care to families in Gratiot County and surrounding areas. As part of Smile Dental Partners—a group of five multi-specialty practices including pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and a surgical center—our team collaborates to deliver seamless, high-quality care. We’re looking for motivated, skilled professionals who want to join a close-knit, patient-focused team. Working here means opportunities to grow your skills, work with advanced technology, and make a meaningful impact on patients’ health and confidence—all while being part of a supportive, community-oriented workplace. Learn more about us at: https://smiledentalpartners.com/locations/ Dental Assistants are an integral member of our team and help foster our clinically led culture. From being the doctor’s right hand, to having the ability to connect with patients, and striving to provide the best patient experience, Dental Assistants are a key contributor to the success of our practice. By joining our team, you will have: Work-Life Balance: (Monday-Thursday 7:40AM-5:00PM ) Time Off: Up to 3 weeks PTO + 8 Paid Holidays (PTO rolls over!) Parental Leave: Up to 3 weeks paid 401(k) Match Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA & FSA + earn up to $2,000/year when selecting our quality care plans Employee Assistance Programs: Free 24/7 support for personal, financial & legal issues CE & Growth: SPEAR access + continuing education Wellness Perks: $28/month gyms, 12K+ on-demand workouts when selecting our quality care plans Pet Insurance: Flexible plans + 24/7 telehealth for your pet Compensation: $21-22
Requirements
- Dental Assistant Certificate where state regulations specify
- X-ray certification where state regulations specify
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures while helping patients feel comfortable
- Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
- Take dental radiographs (x-rays)
- Manage infection control by preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment
- Provide patients with follow-up instructions following all dental treatment procedures
- Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance: (Monday-Thursday 7:40AM-5:00PM )
- Time Off: Up to 3 weeks PTO + 8 Paid Holidays (PTO rolls over!)
- Parental Leave: Up to 3 weeks paid
- 401(k) Match
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA & FSA + earn up to $2,000/year when selecting our quality care plans
- Employee Assistance Programs: Free 24/7 support for personal, financial & legal issues
- CE & Growth: SPEAR access + continuing education
- Wellness Perks: $28/month gyms, 12K+ on-demand workouts when selecting our quality care plans
- Pet Insurance: Flexible plans + 24/7 telehealth for your pet
- Compensation: $21-22
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
