Dental Assistant - Advanced

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Dental Assistant to support clinical programs and assist in training and supervision. The role includes various responsibilities such as sterilization and inventory management. A sign-on bonus of $2,000 is available, enhancing the appeal of this full-time position.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Professional Training

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Supports clinical programs and performs duties such as assisting faculty and learners.
• Participates in training and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assists in sterilization, radiographs, inventory management, and administrative tasks.
• Includes exposure to bloodborne pathogens and patient care duties.

Skills

Dental Assistance

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited dental assisting program

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS**

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 following State policy 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 the judicial system, state agencies, and the university system.
• A newly hired permanent full-time or part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee is eligible for a sign-on bonus, which will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours but less than 40 hours per week.

The SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the hire date. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information about the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found at https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy.

Posting Information

• Department: ASOD Clinical Operations-431500
• Career Area: Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)
• Internal Only Recruitment: No
• Open Date: 05/15/2025
• Application Deadline: 05/29/2025
• Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA)
• Title: Dental Assistant - Advanced
• Salary Grade: GN07
• Position Number: 20070793
• Vacancy ID: P020353
• Work Schedule: Full-time Permanent

Chapel Hill offers diverse social, cultural, and professional opportunities, along with professional training, benefits, and discounts for employees.

Organizational Purpose

The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Office of Clinical Operations oversees patient care, quality assurance, infection control, regulatory compliance, and fiscal stability, aiming to provide top-quality education and dental treatment.

Position Summary

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $2,000 IS AVAILABLE, PAID IN TWO INSTALLMENTS: $1,000 within 30 days of hire and $1,000 after 12 months.

The Dental Assistant supports clinical programs, participates in training and supervision, and performs duties such as assisting faculty and learners, sterilization, radiographs, inventory management, and administrative tasks.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited dental assisting program, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as a chairside dental assistant and in dental education are preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

Required licenses or certifications as applicable.

Physical/Mental Requirements

Must be able to stand or sit for long periods.

Schedule and Exposure

Includes exposure to bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, occasional overtime, and patient care duties.

Special Instructions

Eligibility for sign-on bonus is contingent upon meeting state policy requirements, including a 12-month employment gap in North Carolina state government employment. The bonus is prorated for part-time employees working more than 20 hours but less than 40 hours per week. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement. For more details, visit https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy.

Contact Information

For assistance, contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. Note that specific application status updates are not provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including protected veterans and persons with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• References

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

* Please select the response that best describes your experience/education for the Dental Assistant position:

• High school diploma and completion of an accredited dental assisting program or equivalent experience.
• Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in a related field.
• Did not complete high school but have at least 5 years of related experience through a combination of education and experience.
• None of the above.