Dental Assistant II

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry in Durham, NC is seeking a Dental Assistant II to support dentists, prep treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and manage operatory inventory. This full-time role emphasizes patient comfort, infection control, and accurate lab tracking.

Responsibilities include assisting chairside, seat patients, reinforce preventive care, handle tray setups, impressions, and ensuring operatory readiness.

Qualifications

• Dental assistant certification required.
• North Carolina X-ray certification required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift 15–20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with all aspects of patient care.
• Seat and prepare patients for treatment.
• Prepare tray set-ups and sterilize all instruments.
• Support patients during dental procedures while ensuring comfort.
• Clean and disinfect operatories after each procedure.
• Take preliminary impressions as needed.
• Monitor lab cases to ensure readiness for appointments.

Skills

Planning & Organizing

Interpersonal communication

Patient care

Computer proficiency

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

NC X-Ray Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Dental Assistant II

ASSISTANT Full Time Durham, NC, US

At Lane & Associates Family Dentistry, we love to make our patients smile, and that starts with you! We are seeking a dedicated DA II to support our dentists in delivering exceptional patient care. This role is responsible for assisting chairside, maintaining operatory inventory, ensuring proper sterilization and infection control, and preparing treatment rooms and materials.

Key Responsibilities

Daily, weekly, and monthly tasks include (but are not limited to):

• Assist the dentist with all aspects of patient care.


• Reinforce preventive care instructions to patients.


• Seat and prepare patients for treatment.


• Support patients during dental procedures while ensuring comfort and calm.


• Clean and disinfect operatories after each procedure.


• Prepare tray set-ups and sterilize all instruments.


• Take preliminary impressions as needed.


• Monitor all lab cases to ensure readiness for patient appointments.


• Maintain accuracy of the lab tracking system.


• Manage dental supply inventory and ensure operatory readiness.


• Follow OSHA guidelines and company safety policies.


• Assist with obtaining 5-star Google reviews through excellent service.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent planning and organizational abilities.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.


• Ability to anticipate the needs of both patients and the dentist.


• Professional appearance and demeanor.


• Computer proficiency

Job Requirements

• Dental Assistant Certification (required).


• State of North Carolina X-Ray Certification (required).


• High School Diploma or GED.


• Ability to lift 15–20 lbs.

Why You'll Love Working Here!

• Competitive pay!


• Quarterly Performance Bonus Opportunities!


• Employee Assistance Program!


• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays!


• Fridays off at 2 PM!


• Volunteer opportunities with our Smile Squad to earn awesome prizes!


• Fun team events, giveaways & social campaigns year-round!


• Birthday and Work Anniversary surprises sent directly from our owners!