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Dental Assistant II – Pediatrics
Location: South Gaston Pediatric Dentistry
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: Compensation based on experience
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
• 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
• 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
• 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.