About the role
Description Dental Assistant – Periodontics Wave Dental Specialists – Dearborn Heights, MI Position: Full-Time Dental Assistant Pay:
$20–$26/hour
, based on experience and negotiable
Join Our Periodontal Team!
Are you an experienced Dental Assistant with a background in periodontics who enjoys working in a fast-paced specialty environment? Do you take pride in providing excellent patient care while supporting complex specialty procedures?
Wave Dental Specialists
is a growing
multi-specialty dental practice in Dearborn Heights, Michigan
, and we are looking for a dependable, motivated
Dental Assistant to primarily support our Periodontist
.
This is a great opportunity for someone with
periodontal experience
who also wants the opportunity to continue learning and cross-train in other specialty areas. While your primary focus will be Periodontics, the ability and willingness to assist with
Endodontics or Oral Surgery
as needed would be a strong plus.
What You’ll Do
Assist the Periodontist during periodontal and surgical procedures
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, surgical setups, and materials
Assist with periodontal surgeries, implant procedures, grafting, and other specialty treatments
Take dental X-rays and assist with diagnostic imaging
Provide chairside assistance and anticipate the doctor's needs throughout procedures
Support patient preparation, seating, and post-operative instructions
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records
Help patients feel comfortable and informed throughout treatment
Cross-train and assist with
Endodontics and/or Oral Surgery
when needed
What We’re Looking For
Previous
dental assisting experience required
Periodontal experience required
Experience assisting with
implants, grafting, extractions, or periodontal surgery strongly preferred
Endodontic and/or Oral Surgery assisting experience is a
major plus
Experience with
Open Dental
preferred
Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume specialty environment
Reliable, organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
Able to anticipate the doctor's needs and work efficiently chairside
Positive, team-oriented attitude
Willingness to learn and support multiple specialties
Why Join Wave Dental Specialists?
We believe in investing in our team and creating opportunities for employees to build long-term careers.
We offer:
$20–$26/hour
, based on experience and negotiable
Medical/health insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Monthly continuing education opportunities
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Specialty training and cross-training opportunities
Modern technology and a state-of-the-art multi-specialty environment
Ready to Grow With Us?
If you're an experienced Dental Assistant with a strong
periodontal background
, enjoy specialty dentistry, and are interested in expanding your skills across
Perio, Endo, and Oral Surgery
, we'd love to meet you!
Apply today and join the team at Wave Dental Specialists!
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Requirements
Education and Training
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum one-year related experience and/or training or the equivalent of a combination of education and experience in the dental profession.
Valid X-ray certificate.
Current license if CDA, RDA, or EFDA (per state requirements).
CPR & first aid certificate.
FLSA Status:
Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to:
Operations Manager