Dental Assistant

UNC-Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dental Assistant - Advanced position at the University of North Carolina Adams School of Dentistry supports pediatric and public health care for children and adolescents. You will assist residents, faculty, and students, prepare equipment, and ensure operatory readiness for planned procedures.

Greet and prepare patients, schedule daily clinics, and maintain clinical areas. A sign-on bonus of $2,000 is provided; 12-month installments apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency and completion of an accredited dental assisting program; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Prior experience in Pediatric Dentistry/Family Dentistry/Orthodontics. Two years experience as a dental assistant in North Carolina and fluency in Spanish a plus. DA II trained or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist pediatric dental residents, faculty, and DDS students in providing care.
• Prepare equipment and supplies for the dental procedures in the Adams School of Dentistry and UNC Hospitals.
• Greet patients, prepare operatory, and manage daily clinical scheduling.

Skills

Pediatric dentistry

Spanish speaking

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Dental assisting program

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS

The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:

To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the State Human Resources Act.

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department

Department ASOD Pediatric Dentistry-435100

Career Area Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)

Is this an internal only recruitment?

Is this an internal only recruitment? No

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 06/16/2026

Application Deadline

Application Deadline 10/13/2026

Position Type

Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Position Title Dental Assistant - Advanced

Salary Grade Equivalent

Salary Grade Equivalent MH05 / GN07

Working Title

Position Number

Position Number 00057683, 20025345, 00035483

Vacancy ID

Vacancy ID P021112

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Pediatric and Public Health provides oral health care for individuals from infancy through adolescence, and promotes the prevention of oral disease. The Pediatric Dentistry discipline is committed to the treatment of children, adolescents and special needs patients while balancing teaching, scholarship, patient care, research and professional service activities.

Position Summary

A SIGN -ON BONUS OF $2,000 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN TWO INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE . $1,000 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE AND $1,000 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE .

The Dental Assistant is expected to perform all required duties to assist in the provision of dental care to patients of Pediatric and Public Health. These duties include assisting pediatric dental residents, faculty, and DDS students in providing oral health care to patients; preparing the necessary equipment and supplies for the dental care in the Adams School of Dentistry (graduate clinic and Dental Faculty Practice) and UNC Hospitals (Dental Clinic and operating room). Additionally, the Dental Assistant will be responsible for cleaning and stocking assigned operatory and patient care areas. This position will greet and prepare patients for the planned dental procedure and escort patients to various areas. This dental assistant will prepare and assign individual clinical schedule daily for the Graduate and DDS clinics, and Dental Faculty Practice within the Adams School of Dentistry.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency and completion of an accredited dental assisting program; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Management Preferences

Prior experience in Pediatric Dentistry/Family Dentistry/Orthodontics. Two years experience as a dental assistant in North Carolina and fluency in Spanish a plus. DA II trained or equivalent.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Position/Schedule Requirements Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Patient care involved

Special Instructions

ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN -ON BONUS

The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:

To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the State Human Resources Act.

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Certification/licenses

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Dental Assistant position.
  • High school diploma or equivalency and completion of an accredited dental assisting program; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in a related field.
  • Did not complete HS but have a combination of HS education and experience to equal at least 5 years of experience in an area related to the assignment (e.g. 1 year HS and 4 years related experience).
  • None of the above.