Dental Assistant

Chesaning Family Dental is an established private family practice in Chesaning. We have a wonderful team, an amazing Doctor, and a practice that truly puts our patients and our team first. We're looking for someone who wants to find a long-term home and enjoys working in a friendly, supportive office.

Responsibilities

• Preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials
• Welcoming patients and helping them feel comfortable throughout their visit
• Assisting the Doctor with procedures, including set-ups, suction, and passing instruments
• Taking and documenting intraoral photographs
• Thoroughly charting treatment and patient information
• Pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts
• Fabricating temporary restorations
• Cleaning and polishing removable appliances
• Sterilizing instruments and maintaining clean treatment rooms
• Following OSHA and infection control guidelines
• Answering patient questions and helping them feel informed and comfortable
• Pitching in wherever needed and being a positive part of the team

Requirements

• A certified or experienced Dental Assistant
• Current in CPR certification
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working in a busy dental office
• Friendly and personable with patients
• A team player with a positive attitude

Schedule

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: No Fridays at this time, but this could change in the future

Pay

$18–$25/hour, based on experience and skill level

Benefits

• Opportunities to learn and grow
• A friendly, supportive private practice environment
• A great team and positive workplace