Pediatric Dental Assistant II — Growth & Benefits

Piedmont Dental Specialists; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Life insurance

Travel stipend

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

SouthPark Pediatric Dentistry in Charlotte, NC, is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant II to support multiple locations. You will assist pediatric dentists chairside, prepare instruments, and help create a welcoming, safe environment for children while ensuring accurate records and front-office support as needed.

The role requires CDA/EFDA certification and 2+ years of pediatric dental assisting; coronal polishing and nitrous oxide certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of dental assisting experience.
• CDA or EFDA certification required or in progress.
• Coronal Polishing and Nitrous Oxide certifications preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Strong knowledge of dental anatomy, HIPAA compliance and infection control.
• Pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist pediatric dentists chairside during procedures, ensuring seamless patient care
• Prepare, sterilize, and organize instruments and equipment
• Create a welcoming and comforting experiences for children
• Capture dental X-rays in accordance with safety guidelines
• Educate parents and caregivers on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
• Maintain accurate patient records and provide front-office support as needed

Skills

Pediatric dental assisting

HIPAA compliance

Infection control

Pediatric experience

Bilingual abilities

Education

CDA or EFDA certification

Coronal Polishing & Nitrous Oxide certification (or willingness to obtain)

Tools

Curve Dental software

Job description

SouthPark Pediatric Dentistry in Charlotte, NC, is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant II to support multiple locations. You will assist pediatric dentists chairside, prepare instruments, and help create a welcoming, safe environment for children while ensuring accurate records and front-office support as needed.

The role requires CDA/EFDA certification and 2+ years of pediatric dental assisting; coronal polishing and nitrous oxide certifications are preferred.