Dental Assistant Jobs in Michigan

Dental assistant jobs in Michigan are concentrated in the Detroit metro, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where large dental service organizations and health systems like Henry Ford Health, Aspen Dental, and Heartland Dental maintain steady hiring activity. Demand runs from entry-level chair-side roles through experienced positions in oral surgery, orthodontics, and pediatric dentistry. Michigan's growing network of community health centers and multi-specialty group practices has kept openings active across both urban cores and mid-sized markets. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles120+
Top employerGreat Expressions Dental Centers
Top cityLivonia, MI
Cities hiring75
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Full-Time Dental Assistant
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New 8h ago
Full-Time Dental Assistant
Hillstream Dental Rochester Hills
Saint Clair Shores, Michigan
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
$24 - $27/hr
On-Site

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Shoreline Endodontics, P.C.
Dental Assistant (Part Time, Cadillac)
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Shoreline Endodontics, P.C.
New 10h ago
Dental Assistant (Part Time, Cadillac)
Shoreline Endodontics, P.C.
Cadillac, Michigan
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Full-Time Dental Administrative Assistant
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New 12h ago
Full-Time Dental Administrative Assistant
West Michigan Family Dental, PC
Fremont, Michigan
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
$18 - $22/hr
On-Site

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Dental Assistant, Full-time
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New 14h ago
Dental Assistant, Full-time
Dental Health Professionals
Cadillac, Michigan
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Washtenaw Dental
Dental Hygiene assistant / Steri Tech
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Washtenaw Dental
New 16h ago
Dental Hygiene assistant / Steri Tech
Washtenaw Dental
Ypsilanti, Michigan
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Technical Program Management
$15 - $19/hr
On-Site

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Dental Assistant Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Livonia
5 jobs
Saint Clair Shores
4 jobs
Detroit
3 jobs
Portage
3 jobs
Rochester
3 jobs
Waterford
3 jobs
Belleville
3 jobs
Dearborn Heights
3 jobs
Sterling Heights
3 jobs

Dental Assistant Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Great Expressions Dental Centers
    Great Expressions Dental Centers10
  • Heartland Dental
    Heartland Dental8
  • Aspen Dental
    Aspen Dental5
  • My Community Dental Centers
    My Community Dental Centers5
  • Dental Dreams
    Dental Dreams4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in dental assistant jobs across Michigan.

  • Registration with the Michigan Board of Dentistry as a dental assistant
  • High school diploma or equivalent with completion of a dental assisting program
  • Radiography certification valid under Michigan dental regulations
  • CPR and basic life support certification current at time of hire
  • Experience with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
  • Strong chairside assisting skills including four-handed dentistry techniques

Dental Assistant Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a dental assistant in Michigan?

Michigan requires dental assistants who perform radiographic procedures to hold a Dental Assistant Radiography Certificate issued through the Michigan Board of Dentistry. Most candidates complete an accredited dental assisting program, then pass the board-approved radiography exam before working independently. Employers generally expect applicants to hold or be eligible for that certificate. Certification through the Dental Assisting National Board, while not state-mandated, strengthens a candidate's application considerably.

Which companies hire dental assistants in Michigan?

Employers hiring dental assistants in Michigan right now include Great Expressions Dental Centers, Heartland Dental, and Aspen Dental, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's mix of private group practices, large dental service organizations, and health-system-affiliated clinics means hiring stays distributed across the state rather than concentrated in one employer category.

Which Michigan cities have the most dental assistant jobs?

Livonia, Saint Clair Shores, and Detroit consistently post the most dental assistant openings in Michigan. The Detroit metro dominates by volume because of its dense population and the presence of major health systems and dental service organizations, while Grand Rapids and Lansing draw from strong regional healthcare sectors and university health programs that keep mid-market demand steady.

Are there remote dental assistant jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. Dental assisting is an inherently hands-on, chairside role, so the large majority of positions require full-time on-site presence. About 0% of dental assistant openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be administrative or patient coordination functions attached to dental groups rather than clinical assisting duties.

How can I get hired as a dental assistant in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most direct path is completing an accredited dental assisting program at a Michigan community college such as Washtenaw Community College or Kellogg Community College, which place graduates into externships that frequently convert to job offers. Large dental service organizations operating in Michigan, including Aspen Dental and Heartland Dental, recruit new graduates directly and provide on-the-job training. Candidates coming from sterilization technician or dental receptionist roles have a strong starting point. Earning your Michigan radiography certificate before applying gives you a clear hiring edge.

Where can I find and apply to dental assistant jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to dental assistant jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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