Dental Assistant

Waxhaw-Dental-Center; Waxhaw (NC); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching contributions

Health, dental, and vision plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Waxhaw Dental Center is seeking an experienced dental assistant to support clinicians and improve patient care. You will prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure dental equipment is ready for procedures.

You will also take and process X-rays, greet patients, and help with scheduling and records. The ideal candidate has a certified dental assistant training program, radiographic certification, and at least 18 months of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of a certified dental assistant training program.
• Radiographic certification required.
• Coronal Polishing is a plus, but not required.
• 18 months or more of clinical experience as a dental assistant.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure equipment is ready for dentists.
• Assist dentists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Take and process X-rays of patients.
• Greet patients as they arrive and schedule appointments.
• Advise patients on recommended oral hygiene and post-operative care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.
• Handle general administrative duties to support the practice.

Education

Certified dental assistant training program

Radiographic certification

Coronal Polishing (bonus)

Job description

Location:Waxhaw Dental CenterJob Responsibilities:Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentistsKnowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental termsUnderstanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implantsAssisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needsTaking and processing X-rays of patientsPerform lab tasks as instructedGreeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointmentsAdvising patients on recommended oral hygieneMaintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment proceduresStrong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructionsHandling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practiceQualifications:Education: Completion of a certified dental assistant training program required. Radiographic certification required. Coronal Polishing is a plus, but not required.Skills and Experience: 18 months or more of clinical experience as a dental assistant required.Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethicStrong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patientsDriven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patientsA positive team player that goes the extra mile to provide the best care to our patients.Compensation & Benefits:Competitive rate per hour + lucrative monthly bonuses! $24-$28Paid Vacation & Holidays401k Program: with matching contributionsBenefits: Competitive health, dental, and vision planLife Insurance and Disability InsuranceFlexible SchedulesEmployee Assistance Program#sponsordaFLSA 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.