Dental Assistant

Oak Dental Partners; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading dental service organization is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their growing team. The role involves assisting dentists, managing patient interactions, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Ideal candidates will have vocational training, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. This part-time position offers various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

401(k) insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

HSA insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Holidays

Short and long-term disability insurance

Uniforms

Bonuses

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of experience required.
• Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License needed.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Assist general and specialty dentists chairside.
• Greet and escort patients.
• Take radiographs as instructed.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Team Leadership

Self-Motivation

Education

Vocational/Technical training or Associate's Degree

Tools

Dental software

Microsoft Word

Job description

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We are a growing dental service organization (DSO) supporting multiple locations nationwide. Our goal is to help you grow and positively impact lives by improving smiles, confidence, and overall health.

Responsibilities

1. Assist general and specialty dentists chairside.
2. Greet and escort patients.
3. Take radiographs as instructed.
4. Set up and break down operatories, clean after each patient, and stock materials.
5. Handle sterilization and maintain equipment per OSHA, federal, and state guidelines.
6. Support front desk operations: schedule appointments, check-in patients, verify demographics, retrieve charts, and document treatment plans.

Basic Requirements

• 0-5 years of experience.
• Vocational/Technical training or an Associate's Degree.
• Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License.
• Familiarity with dental software, email, and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in taking radiographs.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience working with patients with special healthcare needs.
• Ability to collaborate with patients' families and caregivers.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Team leadership, self-motivation, organization, and time management skills.

Benefits

• 401(k), dental, vision, health, and HSA insurance.
• Flexible spending account, paid time off, holidays.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Uniforms, bonuses, pet insurance.

Schedule

• 8-hour day shifts, Monday to Friday.

Licenses/Certifications

• Radiology certification and DPH Dental Assistant License.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level.
• Employment type: Part-time.
• Job function: Healthcare Provider.
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare.