Lead Dental Assistant II

Friendly Dental Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Friendly Dental Group in South Charlotte is seeking an experienced Lead Dental Assistant (DAII) to join our private practice. You will lead the clinical team, assist chairside during procedures, take digital x-rays, maintain patient charts, prepare treatment rooms, and ensure infection control standards, within daytime Mon–Fri hours with optional Saturdays.

We offer competitive pay and benefits as listed, with opportunities for advancement and a collaborative, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a dental assistant.
• Valid CPR/BLS certification.
• Qualified to expose dental radiographs in NC; Coronal Polishing strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting chairside during dental procedures
• Lead and support clinical team workflow throughout the day
• Take and process digital x-rays
• Maintain accurate patient charting and clinical records
• Preparing treatment rooms and ensuring proper room turnover
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards
• Monitor and help manage dental supplies and inventory
• Assist with training and supporting team members as needed
• Ensure compliance with safety and infection control protocols

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Infection control

Tools

Dental radiography

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays

Lead Dental Assistant (DAII) – South Charlotte

Join our established private dental practice in South Charlotte! We’re looking for an experienced Lead Dental Assistant (DAII)who is dependable, patient-focused, and ready to take on a leadership role within a supportive clinical team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated assistant who enjoys helping patients, supporting office operations, and contributing to an efficient, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting chairside during dental procedures
• Lead and support clinical team workflow throughout the day
• Take and process digital x-rays
• Maintain accurate patient charting and clinical records
• Preparing treatment rooms and ensuring proper room turnover
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards
• Monitor and help manage dental supplies and inventory
• Assist with training and supporting team members as needed
• Ensure compliance with safety and infection control protocols

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a dental assistant
• Valid CPR/BLS Certification
• Qualified to expose dental radiographs in NC
• Coronal Polishing certification strongly preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $24–$29 per hour, based on experience
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Scheduling

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Daytime hours
• 8-hour shifts
• Optional Saturdays available