Pediatric Dental Assistant

About the role

Looking for a career that makes you smile? Today's Pediatric Dentistry- Novi is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the examination room for appointments by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary equipment is ready for the Dentist
• Assists the Dentist during their procedure by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs throughout the appointment
• Greets patients as they arrive
• Updates and maintains the patients dental records
• Takes and processes x-rays of patients
• Schedules patient appointments
• Takes billing and insurance details from patients
• Advises patients on recommended oral hygiene
• Assists Pediatric Dental Hygienist as needed
• Obtains consent from parents

Skills

• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers
• Ability to set priorities, administer full schedules and multi-task

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Some dental industry experience preferred
• Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board
• Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board
• CPR certification if required by state Dental Board

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• 2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays
• Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members

We exist to love our patients first, clean and fix teeth second, and we work hard to maintain a people-first culture and cultivate a fun, encouraging environment. We offer every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We nurture both talents and strengths, building each person’s abilities to help them find success in their career and beyond. We’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals who can join us in changing the way the world smiles. This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization!