Dental Assistant

NC Pediatric Dentistry; Mint Hill (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Growth opportunities

Positive work environment

Job summary

NC Pediatric Dentistry in Charlotte, NC seeks an experienced DAI/DAII to join our growing team. Under the general supervision of a dentist, you will assist with quality dental care and a range of clinical duties in a child-friendly environment.

You will perform radiographs, monitor nitrous oxide, educate families on oral hygiene, and support a smooth patient flow in a collaborative team setting. Commitment to safety and detail is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; dental assisting program preferred.
• Dental x-ray certification and coronal polishing certification required or desired.
• Nitrous oxide certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Reviews treatment plans and explains procedures to patients and parents.
• Performs routine dental cleanings.
• Takes and develops dental radiographs; monitors nitrous oxide.
• Maintains OSHA safety standards and a clean workspace.
• Provides support to back-of-house tasks and stocking as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental assisting program completion

Dental x-ray certification

Coronal Polishing Certification

Nitrous certification (desired)

Tools

Dental software

Job description

NC Pediatric Dentistry aims to provide excellent dental treatment by going beyond the basics to ensure visits are safe, relaxed, informative and fun for children!

We are currently seeking a experienced DAI or DAII to join our growing team in Charlotte, NC!

Job Summary

To assist with quality dental care and associated services to patients under the general supervision of a dentist using established dental assisting procedures while collaborating in a team environment in a variety of patient care and clinical duties.

Essential Functions, Duties, And Responsibilities

• Must be well - organized with great attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• Reviews the schedule frequently to maximize time management.
• Welcomes the patient and parent back by introducing them to clinic area.
• Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Reviews treatment needed and answers any questions prior to starting procedures.
• Completes all treatment consents including re-care and op sheets.
• Performs routine dental cleanings.
• Plans for next visit prior to walk out.
• Reviews charts daily to check x-rays, clinical notes and frequency limitations for patients.
• Maintains adequate supplies and compiles a list for Clinical Coordinator inventory control and ordering purposes
• Educates parents and patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
• Takes and develops dental radiographs.
• Monitoring nitrous oxide.
• Takes initiative with any additional responsibilities the Clinical Coordinator may assign.
• Provides support to the back of the house by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments, stocking, writing clinical notes and any other clinical tasks as assigned by the Clinical Coordinator.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations according to OSHA standards.
• Maintain care of units (flush lines, fill h2o bottles, place tablet in h2o, change traps).
• Completes daily, weekly, and monthly duties as outlined in OSHA Manual.

The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by the people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.

Education And Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or GED certificate
• Successful completion of a dental assistant program as per state guidelines
• Dental x-ray certification
• Coronal Polishing Certification
• Additional certification such as nitrous desired but not required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, education, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Strong knowledge of dental software.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Professional appearance and attitude.

Effectively working as a team member; function independently, exercise sound judgment and initiative; be flexible to shift priorities; maintain confidentiality; establish and maintain effective interpersonal work relationships.

What's in it for you!

• NC Pediatric Dentistry is proud to offer medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid holidays, growth opportunities, and a positive work environment in a stable growing company.