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Dental Assistant II- South Gaston Pediatric Dentistry

Piedmont Dental Specialists·Gastonia, North Carolina

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 4 days ago
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About the role

Provide chairside assistance to pediatric dentists and ensure a welcoming environment for young patients. Responsibilities include sterilizing instruments, capturing X-rays, and educating caregivers on oral hygiene.

Dental Assistant II – Pediatrics Location

  • South
  • Gaston
  • Pediatric
  • Dentistry
  • Job
  • Type:
  • Full-Time
  • Pay:
  • Compensation based on experience
  • Schedule: Full-time, 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday

Who We Are

  • At South Gaston Pediatric Dentistry, we are committed to earning your trust through compassionate care, thoughtful innovation, and leaders who serve with integrity. Our vision is to be the most trusted pediatric dental and orthodontic group in the Carolinas—known for exceptional experiences, empowered teams, and lasting impact. We bring this to life through our core values: Innovation. Integrity. Excellence. Collaboration. Why Choose Us? Join our growing, multi-location pediatric dental practice serving communities across Charlotte, Gaston, and Fort Mill. We are passionate about creating positive, memorable dental experiences for children and their families while fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment for our employees. As a Dental Assistant II, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care while helping create a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for our young patients. This role may require flexibility to support multiple locations as needed. What You’ll Do
  • Assist pediatric dentists chairside during procedures, ensuring seamless patient care
  • Prepare, sterilize, and organize instruments and equipment
  • Create a welcoming and comforting experience for children
  • Capture dental X-rays in compliance with safety guidelines
  • Educate parents and caregivers on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
  • Maintain accurate patient records and assist with front-office support as needed What We’re Looking For
  • CDA or EFDA certification
  • Coronal Polishing & Nitrous Oxide certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Minimum of 2 years of dental assisting experience
  • Strong understanding of dental anatomy, HIPAA compliance, and infection control
  • Pediatric experience preferred
  • Familiarity with Curve dental software preferred
  • Bilingual skills are a plus

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Travel stipend
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
  • A collaborative, mission-driven team environment Join Our Team If you are passionate about making a difference in children’s oral health and want to be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, excellence, and collaboration, we invite you to apply today. Help us create brighter smiles and lasting impact—one patient at a time.

Requirements

Candidates must have a CDA or EFDA certification and at least 2 years of dental assisting experience. Certifications in Coronal Polishing and Nitrous Oxide are required or must be obtainable.

  • professional certificate
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Education
  • Sterilization
  • Infection Control
  • Bilingual Skills
  • Dental X-rays
  • Chairside Assisting
  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Patient Record Management
  • Curve Dental Software

Benefits

  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Savings Account
  • Professional Growth Opportunities
  • Travel Stipend

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina
Posted
Jul 24, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Piedmont Dental Specialists

Piedmont Dental Specialists is the support organization for our six pediatric dental offices throughout the Charlotte metro area. Belmont Pediatric Dentistry | Blakeney Pediatric Dentistry | Doby's Bridge Pediatric Dentistry | South Gaston Pediatric Dentistry | SouthPark...

Salary listed on 1 job
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePartnership
Size51-200 employees
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Dental assistant demand in North Carolina

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.

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