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Dental Assistant
Job in
Berkley, Oakland County, Michigan, 48072, USA
Listed on 2026-09-12
Listing for:
Forte Dental
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
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Dental / Dentistry
Dental Assistant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
Dental Assistant – Advanced Clinical & Specialty Support
Position OverviewThe Dental Assistant – Advanced Clinical & Specialty Support role is designed for a highly experienced assistant with strong clinical expertise and the ability to support advanced procedures while contributing to production growth and efficient workflows. This position plays a key role in maintaining a high-performing clinical environment through multi-column support, specialty assisting, mentorship, and patient advocacy.
Key Responsibilities- Advanced Clinical & Specialty Assisting
- Provide chairside assistance for general, restorative, surgical, and orthodontic procedures
- Support and assist with clear correct cases and perform clinical adjustments including crowns, dentures, and occlusal guards
- Ensure efficient operatory setup, breakdown, and turnover to maintain consistent patient flow
- Production & Scheduling Support
- Collaborate with providers to strategically schedule procedures and support daily production goals
- Independently manage a second column to improve efficiency and productivity
- Maintain smooth scheduling flow to minimize downtime and maximize provider utilization
- Sedation Patient Advocacy
- Serve as a patient advocate during sedation procedures, ensuring safety, comfort, and clear communication
- Assist with sedation workflows and ensure all protocols and documentation are followed
- Provide thorough pre‑ and post‑operative instructions to patients and caregivers
- Team Support & Mentorship
- Support onboarding and training of clinical team members
- Mentor assistants to maintain consistency, efficiency, and high clinical standards
- Provide support to new DDS providers to ensure smooth clinical flow
- Operations & Workflow Efficiency
- Maintain organized, efficient operatories and clinical systems
- Identify workflow inefficiencies and contribute to process improvements
- Support consistency across procedures and team workflows
- Inventory & Equipment Maintenance
- Assist in managing inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining proper stock levels
- Oversee clinical equipment maintenance, including troubleshooting and coordinating repairs
- Ensure proper function of autoclaves, handpieces, and operatory equipment
- Lab Coordination & Quality Control
- Coordinate with dental laboratories to ensure accurate and timely case completion
- Perform quality checks on incoming lab cases and follow up on outstanding work
- Compliance & Safety
- Maintain adherence to OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols
- Ensure sterilization standards and documentation are consistently met
- Patient Experience & Education
- Educate patients on procedures, orthodontic care, and post‑operative instructions
- Support case acceptance through clear communication
- Deliver a high level of patient care and professionalism
- Advanced Clinical & Specialty Assisting
- Multi‑Column Efficiency & Productivity
- Orthodontic & Sedation Support
- Equipment & Inventory Management
- Workflow Optimization & Organization
- Strong Communication & Patient Care
- Team Collaboration & Mentorship
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