Dental Assistant

About the role

The Triangle Implant Center - Cary is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join their busy practice. They aim to improve the lives of their patients by providing a world-class specialty experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent patient service
• Lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist’s shoulders
• Answer patients' needs, concerns, and questions
• Help keep patients relaxed and comfortable during their visit
• Welcoming patients to the dental office
• Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Assisting the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
• Providing oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keeping the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Scheduling appointments and post-op visits
• Maintaining accurate patient records
• Aiding in payment procedures

Requirements

• At least 1-2 years of proven experience as dental assistant
• Oral surgery and implant experience is highly preferred
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• A strong attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• A high school diploma
• A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)
• An active state radiology license (if required by law)
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment
• Must be able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas
• Must be able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods
• Must be able to work around medical equipment and instruments
• Must be able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements
• Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations

Qualifications

• A high school diploma
• A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)
• An active state radiology license (if required by law)

Skills

• Resourceful
• Passionate
• Collaborative
• Problem-solving

Benefits & Perks

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance
• VSP Vision Coverage
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only)
• Pet Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) plan with match options
• HSA / FSA Account Access
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Package
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
• Paid Time Off

Pay

Position Base Pay Range: $22 USD - $25.75 USD

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM