Dental Assistant II- Belmont Pediatric Dentistry
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Job Description
- Dental Assistant II – Pediatrics
- Location: Belmont Pediatric Dentistry
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Pay: Compensation based on experience
- Schedule: Full-time, 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday
Who We Are
At Belmont Pediatric Dentistry, we are committed to earning your trust through compassionate care, thoughtful innovation, and leaders who serve with integrity.
Our vision is to be the most trusted pediatric dental and orthodontic group in the Carolinas—known for exceptional experiences, empowered teams, and lasting impact. We bring this to life through our core values: Innovation. Integrity. Excellence. Collaboration.
Why Choose Us?
Join our growing, multi-location pediatric dental practice serving communities across Charlotte, Gaston, and Fort Mill. We are passionate about creating positive, memorable dental experiences for children and their families while fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment for our employees. As a Dental Assistant II, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care while helping create a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for our young patients. This role may require flexibility to support multiple locations as needed.
What You’ll Do
- Assist pediatric dentists chairside during procedures, ensuring seamless patient care
- Prepare, sterilize, and organize instruments and equipment
- Create a welcoming and comforting experience for children
- Capture dental X-rays in compliance with safety guidelines
- Educate parents and caregivers on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with front-office support as needed
What We’re Looking For
- CDA or EFDA certification
- Coronal Polishing & Nitrous Oxide certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Minimum of 2 years of dental assisting experience
- Strong understanding of dental anatomy, HIPAA compliance, and infection control
- Pediatric experience preferred
- Familiarity with Curve dental software preferred
- Bilingual skills are a plus
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Health Savings Account
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Travel stipend
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- A collaborative, mission-driven team environment
Join Our Team
If you are passionate about making a difference in children’s oral health and want to be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, excellence, and collaboration, we invite you to apply today. Help us create brighter smiles and lasting impact—one patient at a time.
Key Responsibilities
Provide chairside assistance to pediatric dentists and ensure a welcoming environment for young patients. Responsibilities include sterilizing equipment, capturing X-rays, and educating caregivers on oral hygiene.
Requirements
Candidates must have a CDA or EFDA certification and at least 2 years of dental assisting experience. Certifications in Coronal Polishing and Nitrous Oxide are required or must be obtainable.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pediatrics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Piedmont Dental Specialists holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 7 active listings.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 5% in dental assistant | ranked against 342 Dental Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost of living | North Carolina index 94.3 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Assistant listings in North Carolina | 187 active | 5,665 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | North Carolina healthcare professional listings: 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 5% offer loan repayment187 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,189 in the last 30 days | 806 the 30 days before (+48%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Piedmont Dental Specialists | silver tier, 72/100 | Top Employers work-life index7 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Assistant II- Belmont Pediatric Dentistry at Piedmont Dental Specialists a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 5% in Dental Assistant — ranked against 342 active Dental Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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