Dental Assistant

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry • Mocksville, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a thriving practice where your skills, your growth, and your voice all matter. At Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry, we believe great dentistry starts with great teams. We're looking for an experienced, certified Dental Assistant II to join our Mocksville team — someone confident in advanced procedures, energized by working with skilled providers, and ready to grow alongside us. If you take pride in your craft, love a positive team environment, and want to be part of a practice that genuinely invests in your future — we'd love to meet you. This is a full-time chairside position supporting a busy, multi-modality practice. You'll work directly with our doctors on a wide range of procedures — assisting confidently, anticipating needs, and helping deliver the kind of patient experience our community has come to expect.

Requirements

• Active DA II credentials with NC X-ray certification (required)
• Nitrous oxide certification (required)
• Hands-on experience with implants, oral surgery, and endodontic procedures
• Completion of dental assistant training or equivalent qualification.
• X-ray certification and CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain treatment plans and insurance information to patients.
• Ability to work independently with good judgment and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to different tasks and travel to multiple office locations if required.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and professional standards.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Invisalign and iTero strongly preferred
• A positive, open, and mentally flexible attitude — someone who lifts the team up and rolls with change
• Strong communication skills and genuine care for patients
• A growth mindset — open to feedback, eager to learn, and ready to develop your career
• Preferred experience of 2-5 years as a Dental Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist chairside with implants, surgeries, endodontic procedures, and restorative dentistry
• Work with modern technology including iTero scanners, digital imaging, and AI-supported tools
• Support Invisalign cases from scan through delivery, in partnership with the doctor
• Take and process digital X-rays with strong attention to quality and efficiency
• Administer and monitor nitrous oxide in accordance with state requirements and protocols
• Prepare operatories and instruments with high standards for sterilization and infection control
• Build trust with patients by communicating clearly, calming nerves, and creating a welcoming experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits — medical, dental, vision, and more
• 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off and holidays so you can rest and recharge
• Career growth pathways with real coaching, mentorship, and advancement opportunities
• Continuing education support to keep your skills sharp and your career moving forward

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed