Dental Assistant II

Dental Wellness of Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Dental Wellness of Charlotte is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant II with at least 2 years chairside experience to join our private practice, renowned for precise care in a warm, collaborative, drama-free environment.

You will perform four-handed dentistry, handle NC DA II duties, use OpenDental and digital imaging, and uphold stringent infection control while delivering exceptional patient care from seating to dismissal.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years chairside dental assisting experience.
• Must meet NC State Board DA II requirements (CODA-accredited program, DANB CDA, or 3,000+ chairside hours with required NC coursework).
• Certifications: NC Dental Radiography, CPR/BLS, NC Coronal Polishing (preferred/required per credential path), NC Nitrous Oxide Monitoring (preferred).
• Experience with OpenDental and digital imaging systems is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting across restorative, cosmetic (Bioclear), crown & bridge, implant, and surgical procedures.
• Perform all delegable NC DA II duties (polishing, matrix placement, impressions/scans, temporary crowns, nitrous monitoring).
• Capture digital radiographs and intraoral photos; update notes, treatment plans and records in OpenDental.
• Welcome patients, review histories and vitals, explain procedures and post‑op instructions, ensure comfort from seating to dismissal.
• Maintain OSHA/CDC/NC sterilization protocols; turnover operatories efficiently; assist with inventory and lab cases.

Skills

Chairside dentistry

OpenDental

Digital imaging

Infection control

Education

NC DA II qualification requirements

Tools

Digital radiography

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

About Our Practice

Dental Wellness of Charlotte is a modern, patient-focused private dental practice committed to delivering exceptional clinical care in a warm, collaborative, and drama-free environment. Our team values precision, clear communication, and genuine connection—both with our patients and with one another.

We are looking for a skilled, dependable Dental Assistant II (DA II) with a minimum of 2 years of chairside experience to join our clinical team. If you take pride in seamless four-handed dentistry, stay ahead of the schedule, and want a long-term dental home where your expertise and well-being are truly valued, we would love to meet you.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Fridays: Up to two Fridays per month as needed (7:30 AM – 1:30 PM)
• Weekends: None

Key Responsibilities

• Chairside Assisting: Perform efficient four-handed dentistry across comprehensive restorative, cosmetic (including Bioclear), crown and bridge, implant, and surgical procedures.
• Expanded DA II Functions: Perform all delegable North Carolina DA II duties, including coronal polishing, placing matrix bands and wedges, taking diagnostic impressions/digital scans, fabricating and cementing temporary crowns, and monitoring nitrous oxide.
• Digital Workflow & Charting: Capture high-quality digital radiographs and intraoral photos; accurately update clinical notes, treatment plans, and patient records in OpenDental.
• Patient Experience: Welcome patients warmly, review medical histories and vitals, explain procedures and post‑op instructions clearly, and ensure patient comfort from seating to dismissal.
• Infection Control & Operatory Management: Maintain strict OSHA, CDC, and NC State Board sterilization protocols; turn over operatories efficiently and help manage clinical supply inventory and lab cases.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on chairside dental assisting experience (required).
• North Carolina DA II Qualification: Must meet NC State Board of Dental Examiners requirements for DA II classification (completion of a CODA-accredited dental assisting program, DANB CDA certification, or 3,000+ documented chairside hours with required NC Board coursework in sterilization, dental office emergencies, and radiology).
• Certifications: North Carolina Dental Radiography certification, Current CPR / BLS certification, NC Coronal Polishing certification (preferred/required per credential pathway), NC Nitrous Oxide Monitoring certification (preferred)
• Software Proficiency: Experience with OpenDental and digital imaging systems is a strong plus (proficiency with modern dental software required).

Compensation & Benefits

We invest in our team's health, career growth, and financial future:

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Commensurate with clinical experience and skill set
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• Health / Medical Insurance Options
• SIMPLE IRA Retirement Plan
• In‑House Dental Benefits: Coverage for you and your immediate family
• Health & Wellness Perks: Gym membership reimbursement
• Professional Growth: Continuing Education (CE) opportunities
• Uniform / Scrub Allowance