Periodontal Dental Assistant Signature Perio: SouthParkCharlotte, NC 28210Periodontal Surgical Dental Assistant
Hiring Contact: Jen Fatone, HR Director - [sign in to DentalPost to see current contact info]
Office Locations
Signature Periodontics & Implant Dentistry: SouthPark – 6719 Fairview Road, Unit A, Charlotte, NC 28210
Signature Periodontics & Implant Dentistry: Waxhaw – 514 North Broome Street, Waxhaw, NC 28173
Signature Periodontics & Implant Dentistry: Lake Norman – 9727 Northcross Center Ct, Unit B, Huntersville NC 28078
Starting Rate: Dependent upon experience; typical range between $20-$27 per hour.
Schedule
• Monday - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (SouthPark, Waxhaw)
• Tuesday - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (all locations)
• Wednesday - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (SouthPark only)
• Thursday - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (SouthPark, Huntersville)
• Friday - 8:00 am to 1:00 pm (all locations)
Job Description
At Signature Perio, we rely on knowledgeable professionals to interact with our valued patients who have questions or concerns. An ideal candidate is motivated and well-organized with great attention to detail. We want you to be skilled in providing direct/indirect patient care and able to make office and surgical procedures as smooth as possible.
This position will report directly to the dentists and/or the office manager.
Responsibilities
• Review patient schedule for the day and prepare patient medical records.
• Sterilization of equipment.
• Set up operatories with necessary dental instruments.
• Take radiographs as needed for treatment and diagnostics.
• Monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Maintaining inventory by ordering and restocking dental supplies.
• Educate patients about oral health.
• Chairside assisting with periodontist during surgeries and procedures.
Requirements and skills
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience (minimum of one year) dental assisting.
• Certified Dental Assistant I required.
• Dental X-Ray Certification required.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g., HIPAA).
• Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment.
• Strong communication skills along with active listening.
• Exceptional interpersonal and rapport building skills.
• A patient and empathetic attitude.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments.
• Troubleshooting skills, either basic or advanced, depending on the role and industry.
• Proficiency with computers, especially with Denticon software, and strong typing skills.
• Phone skills, including familiarity with complex or multi-line phone systems.
• Knowledge of the practice’s services.
• Fluency in a second/multiple languages highly preferred.