Dental Assistant Or Registered Dental Assistant Full Time - Dental Clinics North - West Branch, MI

Maximize Your Earnings with Outstanding Benefits
We believe in supporting our team both professionally and personally. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for you and your family
FREE Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
403(B) Retirement Plan with up to 5% Company Match
Gym Membership Perks
No nights/weekends/on-call/emergency after-hours! Flexible Days Off!

Join us and take advantage of benefits designed to help you thrive!
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: This position requires a high school diploma.
Preferred major: Registered Dental Assistant certificate (not required)
Preferred knowledge, experience and abilities:
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS: It is required for the employee to possess the following licenses and certifications:

X-Ray Certification within three months of employment
CPR Certification within six months of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
VERBAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Position requires: Expressing ideas and thoughts verbally; exhibiting good listening and comprehension and getting clarification when needed; responding well to questions; the ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with other employees, as well as individuals external to the agency, including patrons, partnering agencies, stakeholders, and contractors.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Position requires the ability to express ideas and thoughts in written form; to write clearly and informatively; the knowledge, application, and ability to edit spelling, punctuation, sentence structure and grammar. Use of such skills would be evident in assignments such as proofreading and preparation of routine memos or correspondence.
TECHNOLOGY: Technological skills include the ability to efficiently operate and utilize multiple equipment and technological products. Employees have a foundational knowledge of software programs needed to perform daily responsibilities and keep technical skills current.
Dental Clinics North, a provider of the highest quality public health dental services in Michigan, has an opportunity for a Registered Dental Assistant or a Dental Assistant at our clinic located in picturesque Northern Michigan. Experienced applicants preferred.
The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)/Dental Assistant (DA) performs a variety of dental assisting duties, within compliance of state regulations, to promote quality dental care for patients in a reduced stress, comfortable environment. A DA/RDA assists the doctor, teaches patients how to care for their teeth, communicates effectively with patients, maintains equipment and inventory, and follows universal precautions and all OSHA and MIOSHA requirements to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. As part of the overall clinic team the DA/RDA will assist all other staff members as required and available with their duties.

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