CommWell Health·Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina
The dental assistant will prepare patients for exams, assist dentists during procedures, and perform clinical tasks such as taking radiographs and applying sealants. They are also responsible for maintaining sterile environments, managing dental supplies, and providing oral hygiene education to patients.
Join a team that’s been providing compassionate, patient-centered care to rural North Carolina communities for 50 years. At CommWell Health, you won’t just care for patients, you’ll empower families, change lives, and be part of a mission-driven team that believes everyone deserves quality healthcare, close to home.
What you’ll do
Prepare patients for dental exams, take medical histories, radiographs, and assist the dentist during treatment.
Maintain and sterilize instruments, operatories, and lab areas while ensuring compliance with OSHA and infection control standards.
Support patient self-management goals, provide oral hygiene education, and perform delegated clinical tasks such as sealants, polishing, and impressions.
Manage supplies, purchase orders, and perform equipment maintenance, lab duties, and emergency equipment checks.
Assist team members, train new assistants, and participate in continuing education and workshops.
Why join commwell health?
Be part of a team that delivers life-changing care to underserved populations.
Enjoy a supportive, flexible environment that values your well-being.
Access continuous learning, advancement pathways, and leadership development.
Your voice matters. At CommWell Health, every team member “colleague” is seen, heard, and valued.
At CommWell, our teams are more than colleagues, we are a tight-knit, mission-driven family. You’ll work alongside experienced clinicians, receive support from leaders, and participate in team huddles, recognition programs, and a collaborative care model rooted in our core value, “The Value of Valuing” by recognizing each person’s worth, perspective, and contributions.
CommWell Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Ready to join us?
If you’re compassionate and ready to be part of something bigger, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help us shape the future of community health, one patient, one family, one community at a time.
Candidates must hold a Dental Assistant Certification, BLS certification, and specific certifications in radiography, infection control, and medical emergencies. A current North Carolina driver's license is required, and one year of clinical experience is preferred.
Market context
Dental assistant roles in North Carolina are often driven by steady outpatient and preventive care demand, with employers looking for candidates who can support chairside procedures, patient communication, and digital charting. These positions can be competitive when practices want DAII training or equivalent, CDA or radiological equivalency, CPR certification, and experience with dental software. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and software skills match the posting before applying.