Employment Opportunities

DENTAL ASSISTANT, Full-time – Ann Arbor, MI  3/31/2025

Full time RDA position Hope Clinic 3/31/2025

Hope Clinic is seeking an additional Dental Assistant to join our busy and growing team!  This is
a full-time (32 hours per week) position that includes health benefits and a generous paid time
off package.
The duties of a Dental Assistant are among the most comprehensive and varied in the dental
office. This position performs many tasks requiring strong interpersonal and technical skills,
assisting the dentist in all chairside procedures, taking blood pressure on patients, reviewing
and updating medical histories and using Dentrix Ascend, and sterilizing instruments.  Position
will have responsibility to familiarize and educate volunteers/students with all dental clinic
policies.
Primary responsibilities include:
 Performing RDA functions, if a MI RDA.
 Taking diagnostically acceptable radiographs. (Must have completed and be able to
show proof having completed a board approved radiography course, if not a graduate of
an ADA CODA accredited program)
 Assisting with charting, including periodontal charting and recording treatment plans
 Taking and pouring impressions and manage lab cases
 Providing comfort/support to apprehensive patients
 Providing appropriate post-operative instructions
 Preparation and breakdown treatment rooms
 Stock treatment rooms and maintain inventory
 Sterilize instruments and handpieces following OSHA guidelines and office protocols
 Maintain dental unit water lines documenting testing results
 Maintain autoclaves
 Maintain spore testing of autoclaves documenting results
 Maintain functional dental equipment, informing the Dental Clinic Manager when
equipment is not functioning properly. Schedule maintenance if requested
 Provide assistance to volunteers, students as needed
 Follow OSHA and CDA guidelines
 May assist in training/supervising volunteer
 Other duties as assigned by Dental Clinic Manager
Required Qualifications:
 RDA license preferred
 CPR certification
 Familiarity with Dentrix Ascend
 Previous dental assisting experience
 Radiography certification

The Hope Clinic is an inter-denominational Christian social and medical service provider.  To be
successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal communication
skills in addition to the required technical skills, a high level of detail orientation, and the ability
to effectively engage a diverse patient population.  We are seeking a professional with a team-
oriented, flexible approach to their work.  Most importantly, the successful candidate will
embrace and reflect the mission to “Multiply Hope”, empowering others to live generous lives and
creating opportunities for help and healing.
To easily apply, please follow the link:
https://thehopeclinic.bamboohr.com/careers/37?source=aWQ9MjI%3D
For immediate consideration, a cover letter detailing your specific interest in Hope Clinic must
accompany your resume.
Hope Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates are welcome to apply.

2-4-2025

Part-Time Orthodontic Assistant, Ann Arbor, MI:

Job description

Come join an AMAZING team! We are looking for an exceptional person to join our established and motivated team. If you feel bored and unappreciated with your current job and you think you have the talent to be a valuable team player, we’d love to meet you! Our Ann Arbor orthodontic office is willing to train just the right person who has dental assisting experience. Why should you work for us?

• We offer great hours (part time – 20 to 32 hours a week) of interesting work in a beautiful work environment with friendly staff and doctors.
• Orthodontics is FUN! Tired of general dentistry? Ortho is a great alternative. We do serious work in a light-hearted atmosphere.
• You are empowered! You are in charge of your patient for the entire appointment and you are rewarded for your contributions.
• Every day is different. It’s a stimulating environment on the cutting edge of technology where you learn something every day.
• We give our patients more than just “straight teeth” – we give them a reason to smile.
• Our environment is one where we help each other and our patients to be their best.
• Uniforms, continuing education, and CPR provided, along with 401K and medical reimbursement plans, as well as bonus system and paid time off after 1 year.

We hold very high standards for our patients and our staff and we would love you to join us if you:

• Are educated, polished and have a great attitude, then you’d be perfect for our team
• Have the ability to multitask and get along well with others
• Love a fast-paced work environment where the day flies by
• Are looking for a long-term career opportunity

Please send us your resume so you can be considered for a personal and confidential interview.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures by providing chairside support and managing instruments.
• Prepare and maintain the treatment area, ensuring aseptic techniques are followed.
• Take and develop dental radiographs, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Record patient information accurately in EMR systems and maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care, fostering a positive patient experience.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 – $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching funds
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Uniform allowance

Schedule:

• No weekends

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ann Arbor, MI 48104: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

If interested, please send your resume to Liz@mcnamaraortho.com