Dental Assistant II

Vaya Dental & Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Vaya Dental & Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry in Morrisville is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant II to provide exceptional patient care to children. You will assist in pediatric procedures, take dental X-rays, and educate patients about oral care.

This full-time position offers competitive pay, life insurance, paid time off, and career growth in a supportive environment. A child-centered approach and strong teamwork are emphasized in our practice.

Qualifications

• Must hold CDA or EFDA certification.
• Require at least 2 years of dental assisting experience.
• Pediatric experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during pediatric procedures.
• Take and process dental X-rays.
• Support coronal polishing and nitrous oxide procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments following safety standards.
• Educate patients and families on oral care.
• Assist with front office tasks when needed.

Skills

CDA or EFDA certification

2+ years of dental assisting experience

Pediatric experience

Coronal polishing & nitrous oxide certification

Strong knowledge of dental procedures

Knowledge of HIPAA

Infection control

Job description

$22–$26/hour (based on experience)

Full‑Time

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Dental Assistant II who enjoys working with children and is passionate about delivering great patient care. In this role, you’ll help create positive, stress‑free dental visits while supporting a busy, team‑oriented practice.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the dentist during pediatric procedures
• Take and process dental X‑rays
• Support coronal polishing and nitrous oxide procedures
• Prepare and sterilize instruments following safety standards
• Educate patients and families on oral care
• Pitch in with front office tasks when needed

What You Bring

• CDA or EFDA certification
• 2+ years of dental assisting experience
• Pediatric experience (preferred)
• Coronal polishing & nitrous oxide certification
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, HIPAA, and infection control

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay + sign‑on bonus (eligible locations)
• Life, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Career growth in a growing, multi‑location practice

What Makes Us Different

• Child-Centered: A fun, welcoming space where kids feel comfortable and cared for
• Future-Focused: We emphasize education and prevention for lifelong oral health
• Specialized Team: Pediatric experts dedicated to making every visit a great experience

Apply Today

If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, fast‑paced environment and make a difference in kids’ lives, we’d love to meet you!

Vaya Dental & Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry