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Dentistry of the Carolinas
Charlotte, North Carolina

Dental Assistant II - Dentistry of the Carolinas Dilworth

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$24-$26/hr

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Job Description

  • Dental Assistant II – Dilworth (Charlotte, NC)
  • Dentistry of the Carolinas
  • Experienced Dental Assistants Only – Minimum 2 Years Required

Dentistry of the Carolinas is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant II to join our busy, patient-focused Dilworth office. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, skilled assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

Please Note: This position requires a minimum of two (2) years of recent, hands-on dental assisting experience. Candidates with less than two years of dental assisting experience will not be considered.

What We Offer

  • $24–$26/hour, based on experience
  • Medical/health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental benefits
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off
  • Performance bonuses
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Uniforms provided
  • Continuing education stipend
  • Full PPE provided (disposable gowns, Level 3 & N95 masks, face shields)

What You'll Do

Assist with crowns and bridgework, extractions, restorative procedures, impressions, and fabrication of temporary restorations

  • Provide efficient four-handed dentistry while anticipating the doctor's needs
  • Create a welcoming, comfortable experience for every patient
  • Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, manage inventory, and support efficient daily operations
  • Perform quality lab work and maintain dental equipment

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of two (2) years of recent, hands-on dental assisting experience (required)
  • Current Dental Assisting, CPR, and X-ray certifications preferred
  • Experience with Open Dental or similar dental software preferred
  • Familiarity with digital radiography
  • Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude
  • Ability to stay organized and perform well in a fast-paced clinical environment

About Dentistry of the Carolinas

At Dentistry of the Carolinas, we're committed to creating an outstanding experience for both our patients and our team members. We value professionalism, teamwork, and clinical excellence while providing a supportive workplace where employees can grow and succeed.

Learn more about us at dentistryofthecarolinas.com.

This position requires professional appearance standards consistent with our office policy, which will be discussed during the interview process.

Background checks are conducted through Checkr through a separate email invitation during the interview process.

Key Responsibilities

The dental assistant will perform four-handed dentistry, assist with restorative procedures, and manage clinical inventory. They are also responsible for maintaining treatment rooms and ensuring a comfortable, welcoming experience for patients.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of two years of recent, hands-on dental assisting experience. Professional certifications in dental assisting, CPR, and X-ray are preferred.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

Impression takingTemporary restoration fabricationClinical inventory managementOpen Dental software

Dental Assisting Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$52k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $55k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Below most Dental Assistant listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 342 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Charlotte

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$355k
Typical market rent
$1,744/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Dentistry of the Carolinas

Medical Practices
Charlotte
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical/health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental benefits
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off
Performance bonuses
Long-term disability coverage
Uniforms provided