Dental Assistant ll

Smile Starters; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Short-term disability

Supplemental life insurance

Company paid Basic Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Paid time off

Retirement plan options

Career growth opportunities

Competitive salary with incentives

Job summary

Smile Starters is a pediatric dental practice in Charlotte, NC, seeking a Dental Assistant II to join a collaborative team of hygienists, assistants, and dentists. You will welcome patients, assist chairside in 4-handed dentistry, and prepare instruments for procedures with a focus on comfort and safety.

The role involves scheduling, keeping patient records, and providing post-operative guidance. A positive, detail-oriented attitude and strong communication skills are essential in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited dental assistant program with certification.
• CPR and coronal polishing certifications required; nitrous oxide certification a plus.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and families to the office with professionalism and warmth.
• Assist the dentist chairside using 4-handed dentistry.
• Prepare patients for treatments, sterilize instruments, and maintain operatory.
• Schedule appointments and assist with payment procedures.
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.

Skills

Dental assistant

Instruments & sterilization

Health & safety regs

Coronal polishing

Scheduling & records

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Bilingual

Education

Graduate of an accredited dental assistant program

CPR Certification

Coronal Polishing Certification

Nitrous Oxide Certification (N2O)

Job description

Dental Assistant IIAbout Smile StartersSmile Starters is a general dental practice serving children and young adults ages 1 through 20. We are dedicated to educating our patients on best practices for optimal oral health between visits. Working with the youngest members of our community allows us to achieve long-term results, which is highly rewarding for our team of Hygienists, Assistants, and Dentists. Many of our former patients now bring their own children to us — a testament to the quality care we provide.This position allows you to work in a collaborative team setting alongside like-minded dental professionals in a positive and supportive environment.ResponsibilitiesWelcome patients and families to the office with professionalism and warmthConduct pre- and post-operative patient consultationsPrepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring comfortSelect, prepare, and arrange instruments, equipment, and materials for proceduresSterilize instruments according to regulatory standardsAssist the dentist chairside using 4-handed dentistryPerform lab-related tasks as instructedProvide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructionsMaintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked operatorySchedule appointments and assist with payment proceduresMaintain accurate patient recordsSupport the dental team with other duties as assignedSkills & AttributesProven experience as a dental assistantKnowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methodsUnderstanding of health and safety regulationsAbility to perform regulated non-surgical tasks (e.g., coronal polishing) is a plusStrong computer skills for scheduling and record-keepingExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsDetail-oriented, organized, and reliableThrives in a busy, active work environmentAdditional certifications or training are an assetBilingual abilities a plusRequirementsCPR CertificationCoronal Polishing CertificationNitrous Oxide (N2O) Certification a plusGraduate of an accredited dental assistant programBenefitsCompetitive salary with performance incentivesPaid time offHealth, dental, vision insurance, short term disability, and supplemental life insuranceCompany paid Basic Life Insurance and Long-Term DisabilityRetirement plan optionsFriendly, supportive, and collaborative team environmentOpportunity for career growth within a well-established pediatric-focused practiceSkills & AttributesProven experience as a dental assistantKnowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methodsUnderstanding of health and safety regulationsAbility to perform regulated non-surgical tasks (e.g., coronal polishing) is a plusStrong computer skills for scheduling and record-keepingExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsDetail-oriented, organized, and reliableThrives in a busy, active work environmentAdditional certifications or training are an assetBilingual abilities a plusRequirementsCPR CertificationCoronal Polishing CertificationNitrous Oxide (N2O) Certification a plusGraduate of an accredited dental assistant program