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Oral Surgery Assistant

Tenet Healthcare·Detroit, Michigan

Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 25 days ago
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Oral Surgery Assistant

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 19 similar openings in the Detroit area · median $48,000

About the role

The Oral Surgery Assistant supports surgeons by handling instruments, assisting with anesthesia, and providing chair-side care during procedures. They are also responsible for maintaining a clean treatment room, performing dental radiography, and providing clerical support.

  • Embark on a rewarding career with DMC Receiving Hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch. Benefits Statement At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off (PTO)
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

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Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Under physician and/or manager supervision, utilizes skills and independent judgment acquired via schooling, certification, and/or on the job training to assist the Oral Surgeons to perform oral surgery procedures efficiently. Scrubs on all types of Oral Surgery procedures, handles surgical instruments and materials, anticipates the needs of the Oral Surgeon and assists as directed for both local and general anesthesia. Provides general chair-side assistance (draping patients, suctioning, retraction, sponging, chinning, etc.) and anticipates Oral Surgeon needs for treatment specified for local and general anesthesia. Prepares for scheduled operative procedures assuring that necessary equipment, instruments and supplies are available and ready to use. Maintains a clean and safe treatment room. Removes dressings and sutures. Performs point of care glucose testing per physician orders. Performs dental radiography to insure radiation health and safety, film exposure and processing. Provides coverage of clerical functions, such as answering phones, providing front desk support, etc.

1.

High school diploma or equivalent.

2.

Certified Dental Assistant, or a minimum of three years of dental assisting experience with certification of completing the Michigan Dental Assisting Radiography Program.

3.

BLS certification.

Facility Statement DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments anywhere.

The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation.

Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.

EEO Statement Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify program.

Follow the link below for additional information.

E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Requirements

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent and possess a BLS certification. Additionally, they must be a Certified Dental Assistant or have at least three years of experience with a completed Michigan Dental Assisting Radiography Program.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Sterilization
  • Suctioning
  • Retraction
  • Infection control
  • Clerical support
  • BLS certification
  • Sponging
  • Dental radiography
  • Surgical instrument handling
  • Oral surgery assistance
  • Chair-side assistance
  • Patient draping
  • Anesthesia assistance
  • Point of care glucose testing

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Employee discount program
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee assistance program
  • Career development
  • Continuing education
  • Pet insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Health savings accounts
  • Legal insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Detroit, Michigan
Posted
Aug 14, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Tenet Healthcare

The Detroit Medical Center’s (DMC) record of service has provided medical excellence throughout the history of the Metropolitan Detroit area. From the founding of Children’s Hospital in 1886, to the creation of the first mechanical heart at Harper Hospital 50 years ago, to our...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Dental roles in Michigan are often shaped by steady patient demand and the need for practices to keep schedules full with reliable clinical support. Competition can be strongest for candidates who combine chairside skill, clear communication, and teamwork, especially when benefits like medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and sick leave are part of the package. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit against the original job description and decide whether your credentialing and experience align before applying.

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