Dental Assistant ll

Guardian Dentistry; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonuses

Paid vacation

401k with match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Cedar Walk Dentistry in Charlotte, NC is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to prepare exam rooms, take X-rays, and assist dentists during procedures. The role includes patient greeting, scheduling, and post-care instruction delivery, with a focus on accuracy in patient records and payments.

Qualifications include completing a certified dental assistant program, radiographic certification, and at least 18 months of clinical experience; coronal polishing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Completion of a certified dental assistant training program.
• Radiographic certification required.
• Coronal Polishing certification is a plus.
• 18 months or more of clinical experience as a dental assistant.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments and ensure equipment is ready.
• Take and process X-rays of patients.
• Assist dentists during procedures by handing instruments.
• Greet patients and schedule appointments.
• Advise patients on oral hygiene.
• Maintain patient records and assist with payments.
• Communicate clearly to deliver post-care instructions.
• Handle general administrative duties for the practice.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Professionalism

Self-motivated

Education

Certified dental assistant training

Radiographic certification

Coronal Polishing certification

Tools

Digital radiography equipment

Job description

## Dental Assistant llApply: Charlotte, NC: Full time: Posted Today: JR103642**Location:**Cedar Walk Dentistry**Job Responsibilities:*** Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists* Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms* Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants* Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs* Taking and processing X-rays of patients* Perform lab tasks as instructed* Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments* Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene* Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures* Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions* Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice **Qualifications:*** Education: Completion of a certified dental assistant training program required. Radiographic certification required. Coronal Polishing is a plus, but not required.* Skills and Experience: 18 months or more of clinical experience as a dental assistant required.* Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients* Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients* A positive team player that goes the extra mile to provide the best care to our patients. **Compensation & Benefits:*** Competitive rate per hour $23-$27 + lucrative monthly bonuses!* Paid Vacation & Holidays* 401k Program: with matching contributions* Benefits: Competitive health, dental, and vision plan* Life Insurance and Disability Insurance* Flexible Schedules* Employee Assistance Program#sponsorda**FLSA Status:**Non-ExemptWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.