Dental Assistant Jobs in Lake Orion, 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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Dental Assistant

  • Warren, MI (20 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warren, MI (20 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Radiation Health and Safety certificate Certified Dental Assistant certificate preferred 1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Requires some flexibility...

Dental Assistant

  • Warren, MI (20 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warren, MI (20 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Welcome to Destiny Dental Care We are a fast pace growing dental company seeking a Dental Assistant for our busy, family practice in Warren, MI....

Chairside Dental Assistant

  • Lake Orion, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Lake Orion, MI
  • 7 days ago

Dental Assistant to assist the doctor in all chairside dental procedures. Full time, benefits included....

Dental Assistant - Entry level

  • Sterling Heights, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 12 days ago

We offer: A pathway for you to become a DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) to maximize your career potential Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available* Paid training to become radiology...

Dental Assistant

  • Royal Oak, MI (17 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Royal Oak, MI (17 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 17 days ago

Overview As a Dental Assistant at Dental Works, patient care is your #1 priority and focus....

Part Time Dental Assistant

  • Walled Lake, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Walled Lake, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 18 days ago

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

Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (12 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (12 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 19 days ago

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

Dental Assistant

  • Almont, MI (18 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Almont, MI (18 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 23 days ago

If so, then you'd be a great fit for our Dental Assistant position at Great Lakes Family Dental Group!...

Dental Assistant

  • Clinton Twp, MI (21 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clinton Twp, MI (21 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Dental Assistant

  • Lathrup Village, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lathrup Village, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Req ID: 101478 Supported Practice: Signature Smiles - Lathrup Village Category: Dental Assistant Location: 18181 W 12 Mile Rd, Lathrup Village, MI 48076 This is where patients come first, and continuous...

Dental Assistant - Part Time

  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 26 days ago

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

Dental Assistant (Full-Time)

  • Mount Clemens, MI (21 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Mount Clemens, MI (21 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 28 days ago

Registered Dental Assistant, preferred. Current CPR (BLS) required MyCare Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer....

Dental Assistant - Entry level

  • Royal Oak, MI (17 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Royal Oak, MI (17 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

We offer: A pathway for you to become a DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) to maximize your career potential Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available* Paid training to become radiology...

Dental Assistant

  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Mobile Dental Assistant

  • Sterling Heights, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI (15 miles from Lake Orion, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Lake Orion, MI

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Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Lake Orion, 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 Lake Orion, MI
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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