Dental Assistant

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
Established Private Dental Practice | Wilmington, NC (Porters Neck Area)
Part-Time (2 Days) → Full-Time Opportunity (3 Days)

Join a Growing, Patient-Focused Practice in Coastal Wilmington

We are a well-established, fee-for-service private dental practice located in the highly desirable Porters Neck area of Wilmington, NC. Known for delivering exceptional patient care and maintaining a supportive, team-oriented culture, our practice is growing and seeking a Certified Dental Assistant who is motivated, dependable, and passionate about dentistry.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern practice with room to grow into a long-term, full-time role.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Prime location in coastal Wilmington (Porters Neck area)
• Supportive, close-knit team environment
• Opportunity to grow into a full-time position (3 days/week)
• Cross-training in both clinical and administrative roles
• Exposure to advanced procedures with training provided

Schedule Options

Clinical Assisting Days:

• Tuesday & Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Optional Additional Day (Front Desk Support):

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Part-Time: 2 days/week
• Full-Time: 3 days/week

Compensation & Benefits

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

Part-Time Benefits Include:

• Dental benefits for immediate family
• Uniform allowance
• Paid major holidays (when scheduled to work)

Full-Time (3 Days/Week) Benefits Include:

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

Key Responsibilities

Clinical:

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

Administrative (Cross-Training):

• Answer phones professionally
• Verify insurance
• Assist with treatment plan discussions
• Support front desk operations as needed

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistant (required)
• Comfortable assisting with surgical procedures (or willing to learn)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Preferred:

• Experience with Eaglesoft
• Experience with crown & bridge, temporaries, and digital scanners

Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding role in a highly desirable Wilmington coastal community, with the opportunity to grow and be part of a collaborative team, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits:

• Dental, 401k, PTO, Bonuses

Compensation:

• $22-$25/hour