Dental Assistant - Surgical
ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers
- Pay
- $24 to $27
- an hour
- Location
- East Lansing, MI
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 16
- 3 days ago
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About the company
ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers
Hospital & health care · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
TAG - The Aspen Group was built on the simple idea of bringing better healthcare to more people. The independent healthcare practices TAG supports operate more than 1,300 locations in 45 states through its six consumer healthcare brands: Aspen Dental®, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers®, WellNow Urgent Care®, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and AZPetVet. Combined, the practices serve more than 35,000 patients a day and more than 8 million patients each year. TAG is headquartered at 800 W. Fulton Market in Chicago. For more information, visit teamtag.com.
What you'll do
- Provide chairside assistance during surgical and implant procedures
- Anticipate clinician needs and maintain an organized treatment area
- Assist with local anesthesia, nitrous sedation, and IV sedation procedures
- Ensure patient comfort, monitor well-being, and educate patients on care
- Prepare, sterilize, and set up instruments and surgical trays
- Take dental x-rays and prepare materials for impressions
- Assist with medical clearances and patient record management
- Support office operations by scheduling, greeting patients, and managing supplies
What you need
- Previous experience as a Surgical Assistant
- Valid certifications that meet applicable state requirements
- Strong manual dexterity and ability to handle surgical instruments with precision
- Excellent focus on patient safety and care
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care
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Perks
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Company match
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Ongoing training
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