Dental Assistant ll

Smile Starters Dental; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan options

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Smile Starters Dental in Charlotte is looking for a dedicated Dental Assistant II to join our team. You will welcome patients, assist with dental procedures, and ensure a clean and organized environment. The ideal candidate has prior experience, CPR certification, and strong communication skills.

The position offers competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment focused on pediatric dental care.

Qualifications

• CPR Certification is required.
• Coronal Polishing Certification is necessary.
• Nitrous Oxide (N2O) Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and families to the office with professionalism.
• Conduct pre­- and post­-operative patient consultations.
• Prepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring comfort.
• Assist the dentist chairside using 4­-handed dentistry.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well­-stocked operatory.

Skills

Proven experience as a dental assistant

Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong computer skills for scheduling and record-keeping

Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable

Education

Graduate of an accredited dental assistant program

Job description

Job Details

Position: Dental Assistant II

Location: Charlotte Freedom Drive - Charlotte, NC 28208

Employment Type: Full Time

About Smile Starters

Smile 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.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and families to the office with professionalism and warmth
• Conduct pre‑ and post‑operative patient consultations
• Prepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring comfort
• Select, prepare, and arrange instruments, equipment, and materials for procedures
• Sterilize instruments according to regulatory standards
• Assist the dentist chairside using 4‑handed dentistry
• Perform lab‑related tasks as instructed
• Provide oral hygiene and post‑operative care instructions
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑stocked operatory
• Schedule appointments and assist with payment procedures
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Support the dental team with other duties as assigned

Skills & Attributes

• Proven experience as a dental assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health and safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non‑surgical tasks (e.g., coronal polishing) is a plus
• Strong computer skills for scheduling and record‑keeping
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and reliable
• Thrives in a busy, active work environment
• Additional certifications or training are an asset
• Bilingual abilities a plus

Requirements

• CPR Certification
• Coronal Polishing Certification
• Nitrous Oxide (N2O) Certification a plus
• Graduate of an accredited dental assistant program

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision insurance, short term disability, and supplemental life insurance
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance and Long‑Term Disability
• Retirement plan options
• Friendly, supportive, and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity for career growth within a well‑established pediatric‑focused practice