Health Advocates Network is hiring: Pediatric Dental Assistant in Detroit

Overview

Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant to work at a facility in Detroit, MI. These are registry positions with our company.

Pay Rate: $28 / hour

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Job Description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Pediatric Dental Assistant to support our clinical team in delivering outstanding pediatric dental care. We pride ourselves on creating positive experience for children and families in a modern, team-oriented environment – where patient comfort, safety, and quality care comes first.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments for pediatric dental procedures.
• Educate children and parents in oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
• Take and process dental radiographs as directed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and schedule appointments.
• Assist dentists chairside during dental treatments and ensure patient comfort.
• Maintain dental supply inventory and ensure instruments are properly sterilized.
• Adhere to infection control protocols, OSHA compliance, and safety standards.
• Provide reassurance and comfort to pediatric patients before, during and after treatment.

Skills & Experience

Required Skills & Experience:

• One year of hands-on experience as a Pediatric Dental Assistant.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with children and their families.
• Proficiency in routine clinical tasks such as taking x-rays, setting up/breaking down rooms, and passing instruments.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• N/A

Education

Required Education:

• Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program.

Preferred Education:

• N/A

Certifications & Licensure

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Possession of a valid X-ray license is required.
• CPR is required.
• Coronal Polishing certification is required.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:

• Nitrous Oxide certification.

Application

If interested, please apply through this job post. You may fax a copy of your most recent resume to 877-858-623. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at (800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with Destiny (Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-5:00 PM PST).

Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability