Dental Assistant Jobs in Brighton, MI

A Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in the dental industry by assisting dentists during patient procedures, providing patient care and comfort, preparing dental instruments, sterilizing instruments, and performing office management tasks. They also perform laboratory duties such as making dental casts and taking digital x-rays. Their role is vital to the smooth operation of dental clinics and hospitals, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care and support. Dental Assistants should have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, adept manual dexterity, and high levels of patience and empathy.

Dental Assistants must have proper certifications, often requiring the completion of an accredited dental assistant program resulting in a certificate or diploma. Some states may require dental assistants to be licensed or registered, involving passing a written or practical exam. Before becoming a Dental Assistant, a person may start their career as a Dental Office Receptionist handling scheduling and billing. Others may begin as a Dental Hygienist, focusing on preventative dental care, or as a Medical Assistant, gaining foundational healthcare skills that can be applied in a dental setting.

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Great Expressions Dental Centers

Dental Assistant

Georgia: CPR Certification, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification, and proof of formal training to expose X-rays....

Mobile Dental Assistant

  • Ann Arbor, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Medical / Dental Assistant experience preferred. Must have own reliable transportation, good driving record and car insurance....

Remote Work

Hygiene Assistant

  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Assistant X-ray certification may be required based on state requirements High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification as a Dental Assistant is a plus Proven experience as a Dental Hygiene...

Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (24 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (24 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Georgia: CPR Certification, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification, and proof of formal training to expose X-rays....

Dental Assistant

  • Pontiac, MI (24 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pontiac, MI (24 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Georgia: CPR Certification, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification, and proof of formal training to expose X-rays....

Dental Assistant

  • Farmington Hills, MI (18 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI (18 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 12 hours ago

Dental Assistant Part-time DA opportunity in Farmington Hills, MI!...

Pediatric Dental Assistant

  • Novi, MI (13 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Novi, MI (13 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for a Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our team. If you are looking for an opportunity to be a part of a growing company and industry leader, Smile Doctors is the place for you....

Dental Assistant - Part time (Tuesday and Thursday Coverage)

  • Pontiac, MI (24 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI (24 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Experience Must have experience within either a private or public dental practice as a Dental Technician or Registered Dental Assistant....

Dental Assistant

  • Ann Arbor, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 18 days ago

Experience : Certified as a Dental Assistant by the A.D.A....

Dental Assistant

  • Holly, MI (16 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Holly, MI (16 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 18 days ago

Overview In this role, you'll be an important member of the clinical team, working alongside GPs and other Specialty Clinicians dedicated to serving patients. You'll be supporting many sides of...

Dental Assistant

  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 20 days ago

Position Overview: As a Dental Assistant you are an integral part of care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment....

Dental Assistant - Instructor - Part Time - Evenings

  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Dental Assistant Instructor Requirements 3+ years' experience in the field and a national certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA from AMT) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA from DANB)...

Dental Assistant

  • Livonia, MI (24 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Livonia, MI (24 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a Dental Assistant that shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment....

Dental Assistant

  • Brighton, MI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brighton, MI
  • 45+ days ago

When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients' lives....

Dental Assistant

  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Brighton, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients lives....

Demographic Data for Brighton, MI

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Brighton, MI

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Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Brighton, MI offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
High School or GED
24.3%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Associate's Degree
16.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Assistants in Brighton, MI
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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