Dental Assistant – Fast-Paced Oral Surgery Support

Specialty1 Partners; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,996; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical & Dental insurance options

VSP Vision coverage

Complimentary life insurance policy

Short-term & long-term disability

Pet insurance coverage

401(k) plan with matching options

Identity theft protection

Legal services package

Hospital/accident/critical care coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Specialty1 Partners in Durham is looking for a skilled Dental Assistant to enhance patient experience and support dental procedures. Key duties include welcoming patients, sterilizing instruments, and assisting dentists. Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of dental assisting experience, excellent communication skills, and a high school diploma.

This position offers competitive pay between $19 and $22.50 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of proven experience as a dental assistant.
• Knowledge of sterilization methods and health & safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and prepare them for treatment.
• Select and set up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Sterilize instruments in accordance with regulations.
• Assist the dentist with 4-handed dentistry.
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.

Skills

Fast-paced oral surgery experience

Bilingual preferred

Good computer skills

Excellent communication and people skills

Strong attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program

Active state radiology license

Tools

Dental instruments

Job description

Specialty1 Partners in Durham is looking for a skilled Dental Assistant to enhance patient experience and support dental procedures. Key duties include welcoming patients, sterilizing instruments, and assisting dentists. Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of dental assisting experience, excellent communication skills, and a high school diploma.

This position offers competitive pay between $19 and $22.50 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.