Dental Assistant

Dental Wellness of Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SIMPLE IRA Retirement Plan

In-House Dental Benefits

Health & Wellness Perks: Gym reimburse

Professional Growth: CE opportunities

Uniform / Scrub Allowance

Job summary

Dental Wellness of Charlotte, a modern private dental practice, seeks a skilled DA II with at least 2 years of chairside experience. You will perform four-handed dentistry, manage expanded duties per NC guidelines, and contribute to a patient-centered, drama-free environment.

Responsibilities include chairside assisting across restorative and surgical procedures, digital imaging, and accurate charting in OpenDental, while maintaining strict infection control and a smooth patient experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of chairside dental assisting experience.
• Meets NC DA II requirements (CODA-accredited program, DANB CDA, or 3,000+ documented chairside hours with required NC Board coursework).
• Current NC Dental Radiography certification.
• Current CPR / BLS certification.
• NC Coronal Polishing certification (preferred/required per credential pathway).
• NC Nitrous Oxide Monitoring certification (preferred).
• Proficiency with OpenDental and digital imaging systems.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting across restorative, cosmetic (including Bioclear), crown and bridge, implant, and surgical procedures.
• Expand DA II duties per NC scope (coronal polishing, matrix placement, impressions/scans, temporary crowns, nitrous oxide monitoring).
• Capture high-quality digital radiographs and intraoral photos; update notes and treatment plans in OpenDental.
• Explain procedures and post-op instructions; ensure patient comfort from seating to dismissal.

Skills

Chairside dentistry

OpenDental

Patient communication

Sterilization procedures

Team collaboration

Education

NC DA II certification

Tools

OpenDental

Digital imaging systems

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

About Our Practice

Dental Wellness of Charlotte is a modern, patient-focused private dental practice committed to delivering exceptional clinical care in a warm, collaborative, and drama-free environment. Our team values precision, clear communication, and genuine connection—both with our patients and with one another.

We are looking for a skilled, dependable Dental Assistant II (DA II) with a minimum of 2 years of chairside experience to join our clinical team. If you take pride in seamless four-handed dentistry, stay ahead of the schedule, and want a long-term dental home where your expertise and well-being are truly valued, we would love to meet you.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Fridays: Up to two Fridays per month as needed (7:30 AM – 1:30 PM)
• Weekends: None

Key Responsibilities

• Chairside Assisting: Perform efficient four-handed dentistry across comprehensive restorative, cosmetic (including Bioclear), crown and bridge, implant, and surgical procedures.
• Expanded DA II Functions: Perform all delegable North Carolina DA II duties, including coronal polishing, placing matrix bands and wedges, taking diagnostic impressions/digital scans, fabricating and cementing temporary crowns, and monitoring nitrous oxide.
• Digital Workflow & Charting: Capture high-quality digital radiographs and intraoral photos; accurately update clinical notes, treatment plans, and patient records in OpenDental.
• Patient Experience: Welcome patients warmly, review medical histories and vitals, explain procedures and post-op instructions clearly, and ensure patient comfort from seating to dismissal.
• Infection Control & Operatory Management: Maintain strict OSHA, CDC, and NC State Board sterilization protocols; turn over operatories efficiently and help manage clinical supply inventory and lab cases.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of hands-on chairside dental assisting experience (required).
• North Carolina DA II Qualification: Must meet NC State Board of Dental Examiners requirements for DA II classification (completion of a CODA-accredited dental assisting program, DANB CDA certification, or 3,000+ documented chairside hours with required NC Board coursework in sterilization, dental office emergencies, and radiology).
• Certifications:
  • North Carolina Dental Radiography certification
  • Current CPR / BLS certification
  • NC Coronal Polishing certification (preferred/required per credential pathway)
  • NC Nitrous Oxide Monitoring certification (preferred)
• Software Proficiency: Experience with OpenDental and digital imaging systems is a strong plus (proficiency with modern dental software required).

Compensation & Benefits

We invest in our team's health, career growth, and financial future:

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Commensurate with clinical experience and skill set
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• Health / Medical Insurance Options
• SIMPLE IRA Retirement Plan
• In-House Dental Benefits: Coverage for you and your immediate family
• Health & Wellness Perks: Gym membership reimbursement
• Professional Growth: Continuing Education (CE) opportunities
• Uniform / Scrub Allowance