Pays $24-$29/hr — Surgery market median is ~$55k (94 jobs)
About the Role
Oral Surgery Dental Assistant in Sterling Heights, MI. $24-$29/hr. Full-time with flexible scheduling. Benefits include PTO, health, 401k match.
Join Aspen Dental as a Oral Surgery Dental Assistant – $24-$29/hr in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $24 - $29/hr.
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) savings plan with match
- Career development opportunities
- Free Continuing Education (CE)
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
Apply to join Aspen Dental as a Oral Surgery Dental Assistant – $24-$29/hr.
Key Responsibilities
The dental assistant will support clinical needs by assisting during treatment procedures, managing infection control, and taking dental X-rays. They are also responsible for educating patients on oral hygiene and traveling to nearby offices to provide patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active license, registration, or permit as required by the state, including X-ray certification. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with strong communication skills and a valid driver's license.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Surgery Career Context
Aspen Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 293 active listings.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$55k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $57k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
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