Pediatric Dental Assistant at Gen4 Dental

Muskegon Charter Township, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Dental Assisting, Patient Care, Infection Control, Radiography, Oral Hygiene Education, Team Collaboration, Clinical Procedures, Patient Comfort

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description At Smile, our passion is to reimagine dentistry and how people experience it. To that end, we focus on doing one thing better than anyone else…easy, integrated dental care. Smile is West Michigan’s first and only multi-specialty dental practice, combining adult dentistry (Smile), pediatric dentistry (Little Smiles), and orthodontics (Smile Orthodontics). This allows each of our offices (Grand Rapids, Grand Haven, North Muskegon, and Holland) to provide a one-stop destination for the dental needs of the entire family. To learn more about our office, check out our website here: 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 7:45AM-5PM, Two Fridays a month 7:40AM-1PM) 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/Hour Key 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 Qualifications Dental Assistant Certificate where state regulations specify X-ray certification where state regulations specify Additional Qualifications We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Working Environment & Physical Requirements This is a clinical working environment where potential exposure to hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens is possible. Requires prolonged periods of standing, sitting, leaning, and bending up to 8 hours a day. Will be required to carry, transport, and use tools and equipment. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Responsibilities

Assist the dentist during various treatment procedures and ensure patient comfort. Manage infection control and provide follow-up instructions to patients after dental treatments.