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full-time 7 days ago

Dental Assistant I or II – Pediatric Dentistry

Triangle Family Dentistry

4181 Davis Dr Ste 100-B, Morrisville, NC 27560
18 - 26/hr

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Job Description

Dental Assistant I or II – Pediatric Dentistry

Location: Morrisville, NC

Position: DAII or DA1 with Pediatric Experience

Schedule: Typically Monday–Thursday, 7:45 AM–5:00 PM, with some Fridays, 7:45 AM–1:00 PM. Surgical center or hospital sedation days may follow facility hours.

About the Opportunity

Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry is looking for an experienced, dependable and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our Morrisville team.

We're seeking either a DAII or a DA1 with previous pediatric dental experience who is comfortable in a fast-paced clinical environment and genuinely enjoys working with children.

Pediatric dentistry takes a special personality. Beyond strong clinical skills, we're looking for someone who can help children feel safe, communicate well with parents and work collaboratively with the entire dental team.

What You'll Do

Provide efficient four-handed chairside assistance.

Prepare treatment rooms, instruments and materials for procedures.

Anticipate the doctor's needs throughout treatment.

Provide appropriate retraction and suctioning.

Assist with restorative, oral surgery and other procedures within your training and qualifications.

Take high-quality diagnostic radiographs efficiently and accurately.

Accurately document clinical findings and treatment.

Utilize Open Dental for appropriate clinical charting and documentation.

Help children feel comfortable and safe throughout their visits.

Communicate professionally and compassionately with parents and caregivers.

Follow OSHA, CDC and practice infection-control protocols.

Properly clean, package and sterilize instruments.

Maintain clean, stocked and treatment-ready operatories.

Monitor clinical supplies and communicate inventory needs before supplies run out.

Work collaboratively with doctors, assistants and administrative team members.

What We're Looking For

DAII OR DA1 with prior pediatric dental experience

Appropriate North Carolina dental assisting qualifications/certifications for the position

Current radiology qualifications/certification as applicable

Ability to take quality diagnostic radiographs

Strong understanding of sterilization and infection-control protocols

Strong chairside assisting skills

Dependable with a strong work ethic

Proactive and able to anticipate the doctor's and team's needs

Organized and attentive to detail

Comfortable working with children, including anxious or apprehensive patients

Positive, team-oriented and willing to jump in where needed

Open Dental experience is preferred.

Benefits

Eligible benefits include:

Dental

Vision

Accident

Critical Illness

Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Term Life

Compensation: $18 - $26

Who Will Thrive Here

You'll thrive in this role if you're clinically confident but still willing to learn, enjoy working as part of a team and understand that creating a great pediatric dental experience takes both technical skill and a great chairside personality.

We're looking for someone who takes initiative, notices what needs to be done and wants to grow with the organization.

About Triangle Family Dentistry

Triangle Family Dentistry is dedicated to providing top-rated dental care in North Carolina since 2009. They offer a comprehensive range of services in a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring cutting-edge dentistry with compassionate care for the whole family.