Dental Assistant - Advanced

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Dental Assistant - Advanced to support Adams School of Dentistry clinical education and patient care. This full-time SHRA role involves chairside assisting, radiographs, sterilization, inventory management and clinical workflow support.

Eligible applicants must complete an accredited dental assisting program or have equivalent training, with prior chairside experience and familiarity with dental education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited dental assisting program.
• Previous chairside dental assistant experience is preferred.
• Experience in dental education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to faculty and learners during patient care.
• Prepare clinics, sterilize instruments, and manage supplies and equipment.
• Enter vitals and chart notes and expose/processing radiographs.
• Support administrative tasks and clinic policy implementation.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Patient interaction

Inventory management

Sterilization

Radiography

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Radiography equipment

Sterilization equipment

Clinical instrumentation

Job description

Posting Information

Department ASOD Clinical Operations-431500

Career Area Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)

Is this an internal only recruitment? No

Posting Open Date 09/08/2026

Application Deadline 09/22/2026

Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title Dental Assistant - Advanced

Salary Grade Equivalent MH05 / GN07

Working Title Dental Assistant

Position Number 00031387, 00034768

Vacancy ID P021363

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

Hours per week 40

Work Schedule Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm

Work Location Chapel Hill, NC

Position Location North Carolina, US

Hiring Range $50,287 - $53,349

Pay Band Information To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .

Notice to Applicants This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Position Summary Information

Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

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 Office of Clinical Operations is responsible for overseeing patient care, providing quality assurance, maintaining infection control, administering regulatory compliance and preserving fiscal stability. The Office of Clinical Operations is an integral part of the School and their primary mission is to provide the highest quality education and training to students and to provide the highest quality dental treatment available for patients.

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 position provides support to the Adams School of Dentistry pre doctoral clinical programs, including patient care and clinical education programs. This position participates in the training and supervision of learners in their clinical experiences, as well as a broad range of daily duties, including monitoring/implementing clinic policies and procedures, chairside assisting to faculty and learners, interacting with patients, preparing clinics for patient care, sterilization, entering vitals and chart notes, exposing and processing radiographs, managing inventory, supplies, and equipment, and performing administrative support tasks and associated functions, when necessary.

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

Previous work experience as a chairside dental assistant.

Experience in dental education.

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

Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Overtime occasionally, Patient care involved

Special Instructions

• ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN -ON BONUS

Requirements

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

Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/325106

Contact Information

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

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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.