Dental Assistant - Journey

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University seeks a dedicated dental assistant for the School of Dental Medicine to assist in patient care and support dental students during procedures. This role involves patient preparation, monitoring, and following safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and formal dental assisting training, ensuring quality care for the community while being part of an educational environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance options

Optional Retirement Program participation

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program required.
• High school diploma or equivalent necessary.
• License or certification may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation and flow in dental procedures.
• Monitor patient vitals and assist in examinations.
• Perform dental x-rays as instructed.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Completion of an accredited dental assisting program

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
• Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The School of Dental Medicine is composed of ten administrative offices and four academic departments. The Administrative units include the Offices of the Dean, Vice Dean, Associate Dean for Student Affairs, Associate Dean for Research, Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, Associate Dean for Extramural Clinical Practices, Assistant Dean for Dental Education and Informatics, Assistant Dean for Educational Support and Faculty Development, Assistant Dean for Academic Success and the Assistant Dean for Business Operations and Financial Affairs. The four academic departments are Surgical Sciences, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, General Dentistry and Foundational Sciences.

Included in the mission of the School of Dental Medicine is to educate dental care providers (both dental students and dental residents) and to address the oral health care needs of the underserved population of North Carolina. The School of Dental Medicine meets these missions by operating dental clinics that provide both educational experiences for the dental students and residents and provides dental care to the residents of North Carolina. These clinics occur in both Ross Hall in Greenville, North Carolina, as well as Community Service-Learning Centers located throughout North Carolina. In order to operate these clinics, appropriate dental auxiliaries and clinical staff are needed.

Job Duties

This position is located at the School of Dental Medicine, Ross Hall, Greenville, NC.

Assist 4-handed dentistry. The dental assistant is responsible for patient preparation and patient flow. This position accesses patient information, charts as directed by dental students, dental residents and faculty dentist, monitors patients blood pressure and sedation as required. The assistant participates in dental exams and procedures. The assistant follows OSHA standards for hand washing, masking, gloving and disposal of contaminants. The assistant monitors patients as they are receiving treatment. The assistant performs dental x-rays as ordered by the dentist. The assistant transports patients as needed.

DENTAL MEDICINE SUPPORT POSITION – NOT SUBJECT TO STATE HUMAN RESOURCES ACT .

Employment in this position provides eligibility to participate in the UNC Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ) which offers matching employer contributions and employee control of investment choices, along with eligibility to participate in various Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plans (401k, 403b, 457). This position is not eligible to participate in the NC Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System ( TSERS ). Additionally, this position offers multiple voluntary options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance as well as various supplemental plans including Critical Illness, Flexible Spending Accounts, Cancer, and Disability.

High school diploma or equivalency and completion of an accredited dental assisting program; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

License or Certification required by statute or regulation

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

License or Certification required by the Department

None

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
• Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 06/04/2025

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA ) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA [e-mail] .

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at [phone] or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [e-mail]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please indicate where you learned about this job vacancy.
  • LinkedIn
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • CareerBuilder
  • Greenville Daily Reflector
  • Raleigh News & Observer
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • Monster.com
  • Indeed
  • ECU Website
  • Other
• * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment?
  • Yes
  • No