full-time 1 month ago
Dental Assistant
Kingma Pediatric Dentistry
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
22 - 29/hr
About the Practice
N/A Team Members
Open Dental Software
Office Tour & Photos
Job Description
About Us
Mitten Kids Dentistry aims to provide the highest level of pediatric dental care for kids of all ages-whatever their needs-in a fun, positive and safe environment.
At Mitten Kids we view our team as an extension of our families. Each team member brings something unique and valuable to our practice.
The Dental Assistant at Mitten Kids Dentistry is the caretaker of the patients we treat by working to provide a calm, safe, and positive experience while assisting the doctor in all aspects of the treatment provided to children of all ages and needs. They are an extension of the doctors, highly trained and knowledgeable, gurus of behavior management, gentle and confident in delivering and overseeing care, using their skills and potentiel to the full extent. In addition, they work as a team with other assistants and clinical team members.
Mitten Kids Dentistry’s Core Values
At MKDO, our core values aren’t just words on a wall- they shape how we show up for each other every single day. They guide how we communicate, how we solve problems, how we lead, and how we care for our families and our teammates.
We are intentional about protecting a culture where people feel supported, challenged, respected, and proud of the work they do.
We live out our core values in everything we do:
Good Vibes, Great Attitude
Expect Excellence
Team First
Do the Right Thing
Open and Honest
These values influence how we handle tough conversations, celebrate wins, support growth, and hold each other accountable.
Everyone at MKDO shares these values — and so will the next team member we welcome onto our team.
A Day in the Life of a Dental Assistant at Mitten Kids Dentistry
On any given day at Mitten Kids you can expect to encounter the following:
Arriving between 7:30-7:40am to be ready to go at 7:45am for our morning huddle with the team.
Patient care begins at 8:00 am.
Complete beginning of the day checklist duties.
Work with a team of other assistants and hygienists, depending on the clinical schedule. This may include assisting with dental procedures under general anesthesia, conscious sedation, or routine dental care.
Oversee a column of patients to assist 5-10 patients depending on the procedure and schedule.
Escort the patient, sometimes the parent, to and from the treatment room to have their treatment completed, sometimes taking digital radiographs, explaining and answering questions about the planned treatment for their appointment.
Work to provide a fun, calm, and safe experience for the patient, often with the use of nitrous oxide and a movie or show for the patient to watch during the procedure on their individual TV in the treatment room, using age appropriate behavior management when needed.
Complete clinical notes and bill out treatment using Open Dental practice management software.
Maintain cleanliness of treatment rooms, clinical area, and the sterilization area.
Clean operatory rooms between patients, clean and sterilize necessary instruments, stock dental supplies and materials in operatory rooms.
The last patient typically is done by 3:30pm.
Complete end of day checklist duties, along with any necessary weekly and monthly duties. This includes stocking rooms and organizing supplies and materials.
Clock out around 3:30pm or earlier and head home!
This Role is for you if …
You love working in a fun, family oriented, fast paced environment
You thrive when you are challenged
You enjoy direct and open communication
You love working with children
You can’t live without checklists or manuals :)
You absolutely love working with other caring, friendly and hard working individuals
You are comfortable having conversations with a parent and fielding questions about their dental appointment
You have exceptional communication skills and the ability to explain difficult things at a child-like level.
You have a strong organizational skills
You demonstrate a positive attitude, self-motivation, organization and resourcefulness
You accomplish tasks and projects in a timely manner that allows you to assist in day-to-day operations
You are technological savvy
You are driven by creating a lasting, positive impact on children and their parents
This Role is not for you if …
You are motivated by individual accolades rather than team success
You have difficulty selling the value and benefit of proper dental care
You are looking for a job and not a career
You are unable to work in a sometimes stressful, fast paced environment
You are unable to multitask, prioritize or plan ahead
You have a negative attitude or are a “glass half empty” person
What Winning Looks Like
We support you in winning by providing you with 2-3 weeks of hands on training
Providing a detailed office manual with step by step guidelines of our procedures
Providing bullet lists and cheat sheets listing daily responsibilities
Being transparent in our expectations and providing you with all the tools that will help you to be successful
Deal Breakers
Negativity
Unwillingness to ask for help or help others
Poor attendance
What’s Next?
Still want to join our team? Great! If you have 1 + year of experience, enjoy working with driven team members and are looking to make a difference in the community, apply today! Please send your resume and a brief paragraph about why you would be a great fit. We take culture very seriously, and because of that, when it’s right, it’s right. If after reading the full job description you are thinking, “this sounds PERFECT for me”, then we want to get to know you. When you join the team here at Mitten Kids Dentistry you can expect everyday to be a fun adventure that you get to experience with a driven group of really cool people. Smile, adventure awaits!
If we think you’re a great fit we will reach out to you within a week to set up a phone interview.
Work Location: Will primarily be at our Grand Rapids office, but is subject to change, depending on the needs of Mitten Kids Dentistry and the candidate's.
**Pay range is dependent upon experience, and subject to change**
Pay: $22.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Grand Rapids, MI 49525: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Mitten Kids Dentistry aims to provide the highest level of pediatric dental care for kids of all ages-whatever their needs-in a fun, positive and safe environment.
At Mitten Kids we view our team as an extension of our families. Each team member brings something unique and valuable to our practice.
The Dental Assistant at Mitten Kids Dentistry is the caretaker of the patients we treat by working to provide a calm, safe, and positive experience while assisting the doctor in all aspects of the treatment provided to children of all ages and needs. They are an extension of the doctors, highly trained and knowledgeable, gurus of behavior management, gentle and confident in delivering and overseeing care, using their skills and potentiel to the full extent. In addition, they work as a team with other assistants and clinical team members.
Mitten Kids Dentistry’s Core Values
At MKDO, our core values aren’t just words on a wall- they shape how we show up for each other every single day. They guide how we communicate, how we solve problems, how we lead, and how we care for our families and our teammates.
We are intentional about protecting a culture where people feel supported, challenged, respected, and proud of the work they do.
We live out our core values in everything we do:
Good Vibes, Great Attitude
Expect Excellence
Team First
Do the Right Thing
Open and Honest
These values influence how we handle tough conversations, celebrate wins, support growth, and hold each other accountable.
Everyone at MKDO shares these values — and so will the next team member we welcome onto our team.
A Day in the Life of a Dental Assistant at Mitten Kids Dentistry
On any given day at Mitten Kids you can expect to encounter the following:
Arriving between 7:30-7:40am to be ready to go at 7:45am for our morning huddle with the team.
Patient care begins at 8:00 am.
Complete beginning of the day checklist duties.
Work with a team of other assistants and hygienists, depending on the clinical schedule. This may include assisting with dental procedures under general anesthesia, conscious sedation, or routine dental care.
Oversee a column of patients to assist 5-10 patients depending on the procedure and schedule.
Escort the patient, sometimes the parent, to and from the treatment room to have their treatment completed, sometimes taking digital radiographs, explaining and answering questions about the planned treatment for their appointment.
Work to provide a fun, calm, and safe experience for the patient, often with the use of nitrous oxide and a movie or show for the patient to watch during the procedure on their individual TV in the treatment room, using age appropriate behavior management when needed.
Complete clinical notes and bill out treatment using Open Dental practice management software.
Maintain cleanliness of treatment rooms, clinical area, and the sterilization area.
Clean operatory rooms between patients, clean and sterilize necessary instruments, stock dental supplies and materials in operatory rooms.
The last patient typically is done by 3:30pm.
Complete end of day checklist duties, along with any necessary weekly and monthly duties. This includes stocking rooms and organizing supplies and materials.
Clock out around 3:30pm or earlier and head home!
This Role is for you if …
You love working in a fun, family oriented, fast paced environment
You thrive when you are challenged
You enjoy direct and open communication
You love working with children
You can’t live without checklists or manuals :)
You absolutely love working with other caring, friendly and hard working individuals
You are comfortable having conversations with a parent and fielding questions about their dental appointment
You have exceptional communication skills and the ability to explain difficult things at a child-like level.
You have a strong organizational skills
You demonstrate a positive attitude, self-motivation, organization and resourcefulness
You accomplish tasks and projects in a timely manner that allows you to assist in day-to-day operations
You are technological savvy
You are driven by creating a lasting, positive impact on children and their parents
This Role is not for you if …
You are motivated by individual accolades rather than team success
You have difficulty selling the value and benefit of proper dental care
You are looking for a job and not a career
You are unable to work in a sometimes stressful, fast paced environment
You are unable to multitask, prioritize or plan ahead
You have a negative attitude or are a “glass half empty” person
What Winning Looks Like
We support you in winning by providing you with 2-3 weeks of hands on training
Providing a detailed office manual with step by step guidelines of our procedures
Providing bullet lists and cheat sheets listing daily responsibilities
Being transparent in our expectations and providing you with all the tools that will help you to be successful
Deal Breakers
Negativity
Unwillingness to ask for help or help others
Poor attendance
What’s Next?
Still want to join our team? Great! If you have 1 + year of experience, enjoy working with driven team members and are looking to make a difference in the community, apply today! Please send your resume and a brief paragraph about why you would be a great fit. We take culture very seriously, and because of that, when it’s right, it’s right. If after reading the full job description you are thinking, “this sounds PERFECT for me”, then we want to get to know you. When you join the team here at Mitten Kids Dentistry you can expect everyday to be a fun adventure that you get to experience with a driven group of really cool people. Smile, adventure awaits!
If we think you’re a great fit we will reach out to you within a week to set up a phone interview.
Work Location: Will primarily be at our Grand Rapids office, but is subject to change, depending on the needs of Mitten Kids Dentistry and the candidate's.
**Pay range is dependent upon experience, and subject to change**
Pay: $22.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Grand Rapids, MI 49525: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Experience working with children
• Organizational skills
• Stocking
• Pediatric dentistry
• Open Dental
• Organizational skills
• Stocking
• Pediatric dentistry
• Open Dental
About Kingma Pediatric Dentistry
Mitten Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics in Grand Rapids, MI, offers evidence-based care following the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines. With a focus on comprehensive pediatric dental and orthodontic services, their board-certified pediatric dentists, orthodontist, and team members are dedicated to providing high-quality and compassionate care for children from infancy through adolescence.
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