Dental Assistant

Guardian Dentistry Partners

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Cary, North Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant supports dentists during various procedures by preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and processing X-rays. They also handle patient greeting, scheduling, and provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.

Qualifications

You possess a high level of empathy, patience, and quick thinking, with 1-2 years of dental assisting experience preferred. You are skilled in preparing exam rooms, assisting dentists during procedures, and taking X-rays. You also have strong communication skills for patient interaction and record maintenance.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Dental Assisting

Sterilization

Crowns

Fillings

Extractions

Root canals

Implants

X-rays

Oral hygiene

Patient records

Job Description

Location:

Alliance Dentistry

Our Dental Assistants deliver “Best in Class” care to every patient, every day. The ideal candidate for this position is an individual that has a high level of empathy, patience, quick thinking, and a willingness to want to help others. The Dental Assistant “assists” our Dentist during a variety of dental procedures. Whether you are an experienced Dental Assistant, or you are motivated to learn more about the dental industry we would like to tell you more.

Dental Assisting Job Responsibilities:

  • Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists
  • Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms
  • Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants
  • Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs
  • Taking and processing X-rays of patients
  • Perform lab tasks as instructed
  • Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments
  • Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
  • Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
  • Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
  • Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice

Qualifications:

  • 1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferred
  • Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients
  • Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Guaranteed Hourly Rate
  • Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays
  • 401k Program: with matching contributions
  • Benefits: (offered at 30 hours or more)
  • Competitive health, dental, and vision plan
  • Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Schedules

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.

Guardian Dentistry Partners

Founded by a group of passionate dentists and a family office, Guardian Dentistry Partners is a premier Dental Partnership Network dedicated to providing world-class support services and growth opportunities for its network of dentist partners. Founded in 2018, Guardian has expanded rapidly and now supports dental entrepreneurs in Alabama, Florida, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas and Virginia. Guardian's mission is to support our dental partners and teams in building the practices of our collective dreams. Guardian brings together passionate, purpose-driven dental partners that are unified in creating timeless practices that positively impact the lives we serve for generations to come. OUR VALUES Integrity: We always do the right thing, even when nobody is looking. #MoralCompass Mentorship: We learn from the best and share with the rest. #GROW Partnership: Teamwork, unity and collaboration go faster and further. #1+1=11 Action: We relentlessly pursue results and continuous improvement. #GetStuffDone Caring: We believe empathy will transform lives and strengthen communities. #PeopleFirst Transparency: We believe in radically candid conversations to build authentic relationships. #RealTalk
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