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Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

Confidential Dental Practice

Wilmington, NC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$22–$25
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Dentistry, Medical Assistance, Medical Treatment, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Surgical Procedures, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Wilmington, NC
POSTED
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Certified Dental Assistant

Porters Neck Dentistry | Wilmington, North Carolina

Part-Time with Full-Time Opportunity

Porters Neck Dentistry is a single-location, fee-for-service private practice focused on teamwork, exceptional patient experiences, and comprehensive dental care. We are growing and looking for a motivated, enthusiastic Certified Dental Assistant who enjoys being part of a collaborative and patient-centered environment.

This position offers flexibility, cross-training opportunities, and the ability to grow into a full-time role.

Schedule Options

Clinical Assisting:

  • Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Optional Additional Day:

  • Mondays: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (assisting at the front desk)
  • Part-Time: 2 days per week
  • Full-Time: 3 days per week

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Pay: $22–$25 per hour (based on experience)

Part-Time Benefits:

  • Dental benefits for immediate family
  • Uniform allowance
  • Paid major holidays (when they fall on a scheduled workday)

Full-Time Benefits (3 days/week):

  • 401(k) with employer match after one year
  • 20 days PTO
  • Bonus eligibility

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

  • Assist the doctor with all clinical procedures
  • Support surgical and sedation procedures (training provided)
  • Prepare and break down operatories
  • Take impressions
  • Assist with digital scanners
  • Fabricate temporaries
  • Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment

Administrative Support (Cross-Training)

  • Answer phones professionally
  • Verify insurance
  • Complete clerical tasks
  • Discuss treatment plans with patients
  • Support front desk operations as needed

Qualifications

  • Certified Dental Assistant (required)
  • Comfortable assisting with surgical procedures
  • Strong communication skills with patients and team members
  • Willingness to learn and contribute throughout the office
  • Experience with Eaglesoft preferred
  • Experience with crown & bridge, temporaries, and digital scanners is a plus

If you bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and contagious enthusiasm, we would love to meet you.

Apply today and grow with us at Porters Neck Dentistry!

Benefits:

  • Dental, 401k, PTO, Bonuses

Compensation:

  • $22-$25/hour

About the Company

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Confidential Dental Practice