Dental Assistant II

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly performance bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Fridays off at 2 PM

Volunteer opportunities with SmileSquu

Fun team events

Birthday & Work Anniversary surprises

Job summary

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry in Fuquay-Varina, NC is hiring a Dental Assistant II to support dentists, prepare treatment rooms, assist chairside, maintain operatory inventory, and ensure sterilization and safety protocols. You will reinforce preventive care, take impressions as needed, manage lab tracking, and help the team deliver exceptional patient care.

Certification as a Dental Assistant and NC X-Ray certification are required.

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant Certification is required.
• North Carolina X-Ray Certification is required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift 15–20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with patient care and chairside procedures.
• Reinforce preventive care instructions to patients.
• Seat and prepare patients for treatment.
• Support patients during procedures and maintain comfort.
• Clean and disinfect operatories after procedures.
• Prepare tray setups and sterilize instruments.
• Take preliminary impressions as needed.
• Track lab cases to ensure readiness for appointments.

Skills

Planning & organization

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Patient-focused service

Professional appearance

Computer proficiency

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

NC X-Ray Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Now Hiring : Dental Assistant II - Fuquay Main

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!