Dental Assistant

Location: Matthews Family Dentistry Dental Assistant for Hygienist Matthews Family Dentistry | Matthews, NC Preferred Qualifications Minimum 1 year of active dental assisting experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and multitasking abilities Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset Experience supporting dental hygienists preferred Knowledge of dental software and digital radiography is a plus Job Responsibilities As a Dental Assistant for accelerated Hygiene, you will play an important role in supporting our hygienist and ensuring a smooth, efficient patient experience. Responsibilities include Assist hygienist during patient care and periodontal procedures Preparing treatment rooms before and after patient appointments Sterilizing and maintaining dental instruments and equipment Take dental radiographs (X-rays) Reviewing medical histories and updating patient records Providing patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care Maintaining inventory and stocking hygiene treatment rooms Ensuring compliance with infection control and OSHA guidelines Take impressions, scans, or intra oral photos Schedule recall and follow up appointments Confirm treatment plans and patient understanding Why You'll Love Working at Matthews Family Dentistry Besides our AMAZING team and work culture, we believe in taking care of our team like family. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. What We Offer Paid Time Off & Holidays Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 2 weeks for new hires Paid Holidays to relax and recharge One Floating Holiday to use whenever you need it Paid Training & Continuing Education Paid training sessions to support your growth Lunch provided during half-day training sessions Continuing Education (CE) opportunities Uniform allowance Celebrating You Birthday gifts from your Matthews Family Dentistry family Comprehensive Insurance Options Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Coverage Long-Term Disability Coverage Complimentary dental care for you and your immediate family Financial Wellness Starting Pay $19 on up depend on experience plus monthly bonus 401(k) Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) At Matthews Family Dentistry, we don't just invest in your professional life—we care about your personal well-being too. If you're looking for a practice where you'll be valued, supported, and encouraged to grow, we'd love to meet you. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only. Thank you for considering a career with us! We understand you have options and that each of you have specific interests and goals. We take pride in learning about what is important to you and why you are looking to make a career change. We look forward to exploring this potential opportunity with you and providing you with enough information to make an informed decision about the next step in your career. We strive every day to provide the best possible experience for our patients. We believe strongly in our values that guide us towards unity and teamwork. Collectively we make an I.M.P.A.C.T that makes a difference. I-Integrity M-Mentorship P-Partnership A-Action C-Caring T- Transparency #J-18808-Ljbffr