Dental Assistant
GPAC
- Detroit, MI
- $35,000-52,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Gather patient information and health background
- Prepare each work area for procedures
- Take x-rays of patients' teeth when necessary and display results for the dentist
- Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures
- Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions
- Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
- Restock treatment areas and monitor inventory
- Dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school (preferred)
- 1+ years of dental assisting experience
- X-ray certification a plus
- Current BLS and CPR certification
- Excellent understanding of dental hygiene procedures
- Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- High level of patience, empathy, and compassion (required)
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