Pediatric Dental Assistant – Warm Team, Growth Path

Paycom - ATS; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Supplemental life insurance

Company paid Basic Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Retirement plan options

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Smile Starters, a pediatric-focused dental practice in Raleigh, NC, seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant II to join a warm, collaborative team. You will assist dentists with 4-handed dentistry, prepare patients, manage instruments, and maintain patient records.

Experience in sterilization, coronal polishing, and N2O/certifications are valued as you support high-quality pediatric care. Join a supportive environment that emphasizes patient comfort, education, and team growth.

Qualifications

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

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.
• Chairside assistance with dentist using 4-handed dentistry.
• Perform lab-related tasks as instructed.
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payments.
• Keep operatory clean, organized, and well-stocked.

Skills

Dental assistant

Sterilization

Health & safety

Coronal polishing

CPR

N2O certification

Bilingual

Education

Accredited dental assistant program

Job description

Smile Starters, a pediatric-focused dental practice in Raleigh, NC, seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant II to join a warm, collaborative team. You will assist dentists with 4-handed dentistry, prepare patients, manage instruments, and maintain patient records.

Experience in sterilization, coronal polishing, and N2O/certifications are valued as you support high-quality pediatric care. Join a supportive environment that emphasizes patient comfort, education, and team growth.