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Dental Assistant

Wave Dental Specialists
Dearborn, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/20/2026

Description

 

Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

Wave Dental Specialists | Dearborn Heights, Michigan | Full-Time


Wave Dental Specialists is looking for an experienced Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to join our specialty team and work alongside our exceptional Oral Surgeon!


We are a multi-specialty dental practice committed to providing exceptional, personalized patient care in a friendly and supportive environment. Our team works together to create a great experience for both our patients and each other.


What We're Looking For
  • Minimum 1 year of oral surgery dental assisting experience required
  • DAANCE Certified OR IV Certified required
  • EFDA experience is a plus
  • Strong knowledge of dental terminology and procedures
  • Comfortable assisting with surgical procedures and patient care
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Dependable, organized, and patient-focused
  • Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist the Oral Surgeon during surgical procedures
  • Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and patients
  • Take and develop dental radiographs
  • Provide pre- and post-operative patient instructions
  • Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
  • Sterilize instruments and follow infection-control protocols
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment
  • Monitor and maintain dental equipment and supplies
  • Help provide a positive, comfortable patient experience
Pay & Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Weekly pay!
  • 401(k) with company match after 90 days
  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • 2 weeks PTO
  • Up to 7 paid holidays
  • Life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Bonus & commission opportunities
  • Continuing education opportunities

If you have oral surgery experience and are looking for a great team where you can grow your skills, we'd love to meet you!


Apply today and join the Wave Dental Specialists team!


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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

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