Dental Assistant

Guardiandentistry is hiring a Dental Assistant in Hampstead, NC, for a full-time position that lets you support patient care every day in a professional dental setting. Join a focused team where your chairside skills and attention to detail help deliver quality oral-health experiences close to home.

About the Role

This full-time Dental Assistant opportunity in Hampstead, NC places you at the center of daily clinical operations, working side-by-side with dentists and hygienists to keep appointments running smoothly. You will prepare rooms, greet and settle patients, and make sure instruments and materials are ready so each visit stays efficient and comfortable. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced office, values clear communication, and wants to build lasting skills in a growing local practice. Candidates searching for Dental Assistant jobs in Hampstead, NC or Guardiandentistry careers will find a stable full-time schedule and the chance to contribute directly to patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, set out instruments, and ensure all needed materials are available before each appointment.
• Assist the dentist at chairside during examinations and procedures by handing instruments, mixing materials, and suctioning as directed.
• Follow strict infection-control protocols, sterilize instruments, and maintain clean clinical surfaces throughout the day.
• Capture digital radiographs, take vital signs or basic patient histories, and update electronic charts accurately.
• Provide clear post-procedure instructions and simple oral-hygiene coaching to patients and families.
• Stock supplies, manage tray setups, and help keep the operatories organized and ready for the next patient.
• Support front-office handoffs when needed so scheduling and record requests flow without interruption.

Requirements

• High-school diploma or equivalent; formal dental-assisting training or certification strongly preferred.
• Current CPR certification and knowledge of basic dental instruments, terminology, and infection-control standards.
• Ability to take quality radiographs and follow clinical protocols with precision and calm under pressure.
• Strong verbal communication skills and a patient-centered attitude suitable for a team environment.
• Reliable attendance for a full-time schedule at the Hampstead, NC location; prior dental-office experience is a plus.
• Comfort with electronic health records and a willingness to learn practice-specific software.

About Guardiandentistry

Guardiandentistry is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment where Dental Assistants can grow their skills while serving patients in Hampstead, NC.

Applying for This Role

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