Dental Assistant

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry•Winston-Salem, NC

16d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced chairside Dental Assistant who is reliable, takes pride in their work, and contributes to a positive experience for patients and teammates. This is a hands-on, in-person role supporting general and restorative procedures while also helping patients understand treatment recommendations and costs, and ensuring follow-up appointments are scheduled before they leave. The office operates on full schedules, and each clinical team member plays an important role in keeping care and scheduling on track. The role requires regular, predictable, on-time attendance for the full scheduled shift, focused engagement during patient care, a positive and professional attitude, and a team-first approach. The Dental Assistant should be comfortable discussing costs and financial arrangements clearly and confidently, take ownership of scheduling and follow-up, and maintain professional hygiene, grooming, and clean scrubs each shift. Chairside work includes extended periods sitting or standing, repeated bending, leaning, twisting, and reaching, fine-motor instrument handling, repetitive hand and arm movements, close-range vision, and clear communication with patients and the dentist. The role also involves moving between operatories and work areas, lifting and moving supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds, wearing protective equipment throughout the shift, and working with exposure to blood, saliva, radiation, disinfectants, and dental materials while following safety protocols. The hiring process includes a phone screen and an in-office working interview. Prior employers are contacted for references, including questions about attendance, dependability, and teamwork; candidates should provide at least two supervisor references. Offers are contingent on satisfactory reference and background checks. New team members complete a 90-day introductory period.

Requirements

At least 1 to 2 years of chairside dental assisting experience.
Experience presenting treatment plans and discussing financial arrangements with patients.
Experience scheduling treatment chairside, confirming appointments, and managing a provider schedule.
Working knowledge of dental insurance and procedure terminology.
Radiography certification or state-required credentials (NC DA II, SC, or VA, as applicable).
Current CPR/BLS certification, or willingness to obtain it.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of chairside work, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Regular, predictable, on-time attendance for the full scheduled shift.
Professional, focused, in-person engagement during patient care.
Comfort discussing costs clearly and confidently.
Ability to meet professional hygiene, grooming, and clean-scrubs standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Denticon practice management software.

Responsibilities

Assist the dentist chairside across general and restorative procedures.
Take radiographs and impressions, and chart accurately.
Set up, break down, and turn over operatories on schedule.
Sterilize instruments and follow OSHA and infection control standards.
Present treatment plans and explain the doctor's recommendations in plain language.
Discuss fees, insurance estimates, and payment or financing options with patients.
Schedule the patient's next visit while they are still in the chair.
Confirm upcoming appointments by phone and text.
Fill openings and cancellations, and follow up on unscheduled treatment.
Coordinate handoffs with the front desk.
Support teammates wherever the day needs you.