Dental Assistant - Immediate Full-Time, Growth & Care

University Dental Associates; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University Dental Associates is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our doctor-owned, team-focused practice in Charlotte, NC. You will support dentists during procedures, prepare operatories, manage sterilization, and help educate patients on oral health goals.

The role offers full-time hours; candidates should have a one-year dental assistant program or six months of on-the-job experience, plus certifications such as X-ray and dental assistant credentials, along with OSHA/HIPAA and CPR training.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or six months on-the-job experience.
• Dental Assistant certification.
• X-Ray certification.
• Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control trainings as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operatories for patients and assist the provider during treatment.
• Perform sterilization and keep equipment and supplies ready.
• Educate patients on how to best achieve their oral health goals.
• Schedule patient appointments and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Dental assisting

Six months on-the-job experience

Patient care

Education

One-year cert dental assistant program

Dental Assistant certification

X-Ray certification

Nitrous Oxide certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

University Dental Associates is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our doctor-owned, team-focused practice in Charlotte, NC. You will support dentists during procedures, prepare operatories, manage sterilization, and help educate patients on oral health goals.

The role offers full-time hours; candidates should have a one-year dental assistant program or six months of on-the-job experience, plus certifications such as X-ray and dental assistant credentials, along with OSHA/HIPAA and CPR training.