Dental Assistant

Guardian Dentistry; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401k with matching contributions

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible schedules

Job summary

FRESHDental Hickory is looking for a compassionate Dental Assistant to join our friendly team in Hickory, NC. The ideal candidate will assist dentists, prepare rooms, sterilize instruments, and manage patient records with accuracy and care.

You will take and process X-rays, greet patients, schedule appointments, and provide oral hygiene guidance while supporting a collaborative, patient-centered practice.

Qualifications

• Professionalism and high moral standards are essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, self-driven, and committed to quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Preparing exam rooms and sterilizing instruments for procedures.
• Assisting dentists during various dental procedures by handing instruments.
• Taking and processing X-rays of patients.
• Greeting patients, scheduling appointments, and updating records.
• Advising patients on oral hygiene and aftercare.
• Handling general administrative duties and payments as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Strong communication

Patient relations

1-2 years dental assisting experience

Job description

Dental Assistant# Careers## Dental AssistantApply: Hickory, NC: Full time: Posted Today: JR103735**Location:**FRESHDental HickoryOur Dental Assistants deliver “Best in Class” care to every patient, every day. The ideal candidate for this position is an individual that has a high level of empathy, patience, quick thinking, and a willingness to want to help others. The Dental Assistant “assists” our Dentist during a variety of dental procedures. Whether you are an experienced Dental Assistant, or you are motivated to learn more about the dental industry we would like to tell you more. **Dental Assisting Job Responsibilities:*** Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists* Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms* Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants* Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs* Taking and processing X-rays of patients* Perform lab tasks as instructed* Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments* Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene* Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures* Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions* Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice **Qualifications:*** 1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferred* Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients* Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients **Compensation & Benefits:*** Guaranteed Hourly Rate $22-$25* Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays* 401k Program: with matching contributions* Benefits: (offered at 30 hours or more)* Competitive health, dental, and vision plan* Life Insurance and Disability Insurance* Flexible Schedules#sponsorda**FLSA Status:**Non-ExemptWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.