Dental Assistant Job in Kannapolis, North Carolina

(Job ID: 512493)

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The Dental Assistant II provides care and services to patients by assisting dentists, hygienists, and other staff in a variety of patient care, laboratory duties and administrative support. The DA II accurately prepares patients and patient information, including taking and processing x-rays. The DA II may provide services in a fixed clinic, mobile dental facility or in a community-based setting. Primary Responsibilities: * Chairside assisting in a fixed or community-based site * Patient education * Independent work including expanded function duties, coronal polishing, sealants, and pre-procedural consent * Accurate and efficient patient record keeping * Disinfect and sterilize instruments, surfaces, and equipment in compliance with CDC, OSHA, and agency guidelines Education: Any combination of education and experience that meets Dental Assistant II criteria according to NC State Board of Dental Examiners. Fluency in English and Spanish preferred. Current CPR certification required. License: Current driver's license Benefits: The benefits package includes excellent employer paid health insurance with low out of pocket cost, retirement pension (NC Local Government Retirement System), 401(k) with match, dental vision, life, disability, paid vacation, paid sick, 13 paid holidays, floating holiday, paid parental leave, paid volunteer hours, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, wellness allowance and more.