Dental Assistant - Fox Dental Associates

Job Description

Job Description

Dental Assistant | Join the Team at Fox Dental Associates!

Location: Asheville, NC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Are you a skilled, energetic Dental Assistant who loves making patients feel comfortable and confident in their smiles? Fox Dental Associates is growing, and we're looking for a passionate team member to join our patient-focused practice in beautiful Asheville!

If you thrive in a collaborative, tech-forward environment where your skills are appreciated and your professional growth is supported, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer top-tier pay alongside a solid benefits package designed to support your health and financial well-being.
• Modern & Well-Equipped Office: Work with up-to-date dental technology and modern equipment that make delivering great care efficient and seamless.
• Supportive Team Culture: Join a friendly, down-to-earth team that operates like a family and supports one another every single day.
• Growth & Learning: We invest in our team through ongoing opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

What You'll Do:

As a key member of our clinical team, you'll work closely with our dentists to deliver exceptional care and create memorable patient experiences:

• Chairside Assisting: Partner closely with dentists during a wide variety of procedures, including fillings, crown/bridge preps, and extractions.
• Patient Comfort & Education: Guide patients through treatments, record accurate medical histories, and deliver clear, compassionate post-operative care instructions.
• Radiography & Lab Work: Take high-quality digital radiographs (X-rays), take accurate impressions, and pour quality models.
• Clinical Operations: Ensure operatories are expertly set up, broken down, sanitized, and prepped for each patient.
• Instrument Care: Maintain rigorous sterilization standards for all instruments and equipment to ensure a safe clinical environment.

What We're Looking For:

Must-Haves:

• Experience: At least 2 years of hands-on experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Certifications: Valid X-ray Certification and current CPR Certification.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical Skills: Proven experience with chairside procedures (fillings, crown/bridge prep, extractions), setting up/breaking down operatories, taking impressions, and pouring models.
• Soft Skills: Outstanding multi-tasking skills, strong attention to detail, and a warm, empathetic patient manner.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Familiarity with Open Dental practice management software.

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career?

We'd love to learn more about you! Apply today by submitting your resume and telling us why you'd be a great fit for Fox Dental Associates. Let's build brighter smiles in Asheville together!