Job Description
Join our award-winning dental practice in Charlotte, NC! We're urgently seeking a passionate Dental Assistant to deliver exceptional patient care in a modern, state-of-the-art facility. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team environment where your skills make a real difference. Perfect opportunity for career growth with continuing education support.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists during complex procedures including oral surgery and restorative treatments
- Perform chairside duties: instrument transfer, suction management, and patient monitoring
- Take and develop accurate dental radiographs (X-rays) and intraoral images
- Manage infection control protocols and sterilization of equipment
- Prepare treatment rooms and maintain optimal inventory levels
- Deliver patient education on oral hygiene and post-procedure care
- Manage digital patient records using Dentrix/Eaglesoft software
Qualifications
- Active Dental Assistant certification in North Carolina
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in general dentistry
- Proficiency in dental radiography and infection control procedures
- Certification in CPR and BLS
- Experience with digital imaging systems (Dexis, Schick)
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to calm anxious patients
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational abilities
- Valid North Carolina state radiography license