Pediatric Dental Assistant - Grow with a Caring Team

David E Thome DDS PLLC; Fairway Heights (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

David E Thome DDS PLLC in Shelby, NC is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant (DAI/DAII) to join a growing team. Under general supervision, you will assist the dentist, manage patient flow, and support clinical operations in a busy pediatric dental setting.

You will take and develop radiographs, monitor nitrous oxide, educate patients on oral hygiene, and help maintain a safe, clean practice in compliance with OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a dental assistant program as per state guidelines.
• Coronal Polishing Certification required; nitrous certification preferred.
• Excellent communication and people skills; professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Takes and develops dental radiographs.
• Monitors nitrous oxide usage as needed.
• Sterilizes and delivers instruments; supports back-of-house tasks as assigned.
• Maintains supplies and coordinates inventory with Clinical Coordinator.
• Educates patients and parents on proper oral hygiene strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety regulations knowledge

Dental software knowledge

Professional appearance

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental assistant program completion

Coronal Polishing Certification

Nitrous certification desired

Tools

Dental software

Job description

David E Thome DDS PLLC in Shelby, NC is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant (DAI/DAII) to join a growing team. Under general supervision, you will assist the dentist, manage patient flow, and support clinical operations in a busy pediatric dental setting.

You will take and develop radiographs, monitor nitrous oxide, educate patients on oral hygiene, and help maintain a safe, clean practice in compliance with OSHA standards.