Lightwave Dental·Lexington, North Carolina
The Dental Assistant provides chairside support to dentists and hygienists while managing instrument sterilization and patient comfort. They are also responsible for capturing X-rays, updating electronic health records, and educating patients on oral hygiene.
Triangle Family Dentistry in Lexington is looking for a motivated and friendly candidate to add to our team.
If those qualifications describe you, then you may have just found your forever dental home.
Our office is brand new with state of the art technology.
We thrive on providing the best patient care while building lifelong relationships with the team as well as our patients.
We believe in maintaining a low-stress environment, and getting out on time to see our families.
If that sounds good to you, no need to look any further -- come and join a winning team of dental professionals!
We are seeking a skilled and caring Dental Assistant to join our dental team. The Dental Assistant will play a crucial role in assisting our dentists and hygienists, ensuring the smooth operation of the dental clinic, and delivering exceptional patient experiences. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to patient care.
Chairside Assistance: Support the dentist during procedures, managing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, organized environment X-Ray Imaging: Capture dental X-rays, adhering to safety protocols Patient Education: Guide patients on oral hygiene, post-op care, and treatment options Records Management: Accurately update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems Infection Control: Strictly follow sterilization and disinfection protocols Appointment Scheduling: Help manage and confirm patient appointments Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow and support
Dental Assistant certification. X-ray certification Strong communication and interpersonal skills Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities Proficient in dental procedures and instrument handling Thorough understanding of infection control protocols and OSHA standards A compassionate approach to patient care and comfort
Candidates must hold Dental Assistant and X-ray certifications. Proficiency in infection control protocols, OSHA standards, and strong interpersonal skills are required.
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.
