Dental Assistant I: General Dentistry, Patient-Focused

Vaya Dental & Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision

Critical Illness Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Job summary

Vaya Dental & Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry in Charlotte, NC is seeking a dependable Dental Assistant I to join our Madison Park team. You will perform four-handed chairside assistance in general dentistry, take radiographs, and help maintain organized, patient-centered day.

The role requires NC dental assisting credentials, radiology certification, CPR/BLS, and sterilization knowledge. You will work with doctors and staff to ensure smooth patient flow, prepare rooms, and educate patients.

Qualifications

• Four-handed chairside assistance in general dentistry.
• Able to chart restorations and treatment in Open Dental.
• Knowledge of OSHA/CDC infection-control standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide four-handed chairside assistance during general dentistry procedures
• Assist with restorative, oral surgery, and endodontic procedures as needed
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care
• Take radiographs (BWX, FMX, panoramic, Nomad as applicable)
• Chart restorations and treatment in Open Dental
• Follow OSHA/CDC infection-control protocols
• Assist with impressions, lab work, sealants, and other duties
• Maintain clean, stocked treatment rooms
• Monitor clinical supply and inventory needs
• Support efficient patient flow throughout the day
• Provide patient education and postoperative instructions
• Collaborate with doctor and team
• Contribute to a positive team culture

Skills

Chairside assistance

Communication

Organization

Patient-focused

Education

NC dental assisting credentials/certifications

Radiology/X-ray certification

CPR/BLS certification

Nitrous oxide certification (if applicable)

Tools

Open Dental

Job description

Vaya Dental & Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry in Charlotte, NC is seeking a dependable Dental Assistant I to join our Madison Park team. You will perform four-handed chairside assistance in general dentistry, take radiographs, and help maintain organized, patient-centered day.

The role requires NC dental assisting credentials, radiology certification, CPR/BLS, and sterilization knowledge. You will work with doctors and staff to ensure smooth patient flow, prepare rooms, and educate patients.