Dental Assistant

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Dental Assistant at Nexus Dental

Are you a dedicated, compassionate, and highly motivated Dental Assistant looking for a supportive practice to call home? Nexus Dental is growing, and we are seeking a professional team player to join our patient-focused office in, Indian Trail. NC

Get a feel for our office and our team here: https://www.nexusdentalassociates.com

Why Join Us? We know that our practice is only as strong as our team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance:

Competitive Compensation: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour (depends on experience)
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Vision insurance plans to choose from and Employee Discount Perks as well as Dental Benefits and Uniforms
Financial Future: 401(k) retirement plan and Bonus opportunities
Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays
What You Will Do: As a key member of our clinical staff, you will ensure our daily operations run smoothly while providing exceptional, comfortable care to our patients. Your essential functions will include:

Direct Patient Care: Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment. Gather medical histories, take vitals (blood pressure and pulse), and assist the dentist during a variety of general and specialized procedures (including orthodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery and cosmetic).
Diagnostics & Prep: Take precise digital radiographs (x-rays) and scan for study casts.
Patient Education: Provide clear post-operative instructions and educate patients on optimal oral hygiene strategies and nutritional counseling.
Infection Control: Champion patient safety by overseeing infection control protocols, preparing treatment rooms, and strictly sterilizing instruments and equipment.
Practice Flow & Administration: Manage patient flow to maximize the doctor's schedule. Assist with front-office tasks via PC, including scheduling appointments, communicating with patients and suppliers, and ordering supplies.
What We Are Looking For:

Experience: At least 1 year of Dental Assisting experience is highly preferred. You should have a strong proficiency in dental terminology and clinical procedures. Experience with Dentrix and Dexis software is a major plus!
Education & Certifications: * DA I or DA II
Professional Traits: Excellent communication skills, punctuality, self-motivation, and a collaborative, team-first mindset.

If you are ready to take the next step in your dental career with a practice that truly cares about both its staff and its patients, we want to hear from you. Please send your resume for review—we look forward to meeting you!