Dental Assistant
No salary listed
Mid
Fayetteville, NC, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryDental
About the job
Requirements
- Regular, predictable, on-time attendance for the full scheduled shift is essential.
- The role is hands-on and in person, requiring focus on the patient during care and no phone use during patient care.
- Stay professional on busy days, take feedback, and treat patients and coworkers respectfully.
- Communicate openly and help the office team succeed.
- Discuss costs clearly and confidently with patients without pressuring them or avoiding the conversation.
- Schedule treatment chairside, confirm appointments ahead, and address open schedule slots.
- Maintain high standards for hygiene, grooming, and clean scrubs each shift.
- Have 1–2+ years of chairside dental assisting experience.
- Have experience presenting treatment plans and discussing financial arrangements with patients.
- Have experience scheduling treatment chairside, confirming appointments, and managing a provider schedule.
- Have working knowledge of dental insurance and procedure terminology.
- Hold radiography certification or state-required credentials for North Carolina.
- Have current CPR/BLS or be willing to obtain it.
- Be able to perform the physical requirements of chairside work, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Be able to sit or stand for extended periods, often four or more hours at a time, in a chairside position.
- Be able to bend, lean, twist, and reach over patients repeatedly throughout the day.
- Be able to use both hands with fine motor control and a steady grip to pass instruments, suction, mix materials, and take impressions.
- Be able to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements for the length of a procedure.
- Be able to see clearly at close range, including small detail, depth, and color for shade matching and reading radiographs.
- Be able to hear and respond to the dentist and patients while wearing a mask and working around equipment noise.
- Be able to speak clearly to give instructions and explain treatment to patients.
- Be able to lift, carry, and move supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds.
- Be able to move quickly between operatories, sterilization, and the front office throughout the shift.
- Wear required protective equipment, including a mask, gloves, eyewear, and gown, for the full shift.
- Maintain professional appearance and personal hygiene appropriate for close patient contact, including avoiding strong odors and fragrances.
- Work with exposure to blood, saliva, radiation, disinfectants, and dental materials while following safety protocols.
- Provide at least two supervisor references; prior employers will be contacted about attendance, dependability, and teamwork.
- Offers are contingent on satisfactory reference and background checks.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist chairside across general and restorative procedures.
- Take radiographs and impressions, and chart accurately.
- Set up, break down, and turn over operatories on schedule.
- Sterilize instruments and follow Occupational Safety and Health Administration and infection control standards.
- Present treatment plans and explain the doctor’s recommendations in plain language so patients understand their care.
- Discuss fees, insurance estimates, and payment or financing options with patients.
- Schedule the patient’s next visit while they are still in the chair.
- Confirm upcoming appointments by phone and text to keep the schedule full and reduce no-shows.
- Fill openings and cancellations, and follow up on unscheduled treatment.
- Coordinate the handoff with the front desk so nothing falls through the cracks.
- Support teammates wherever needed during the day.
- Complete a phone screen followed by an in-office working interview.
- Complete a 90-day introductory period as a new team member.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Denticon practice management software is a plus.
About the company
Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry focuses on delivering dental care to local residents and families through a range of services like routine check-ups, extractions, and emergency care. The practice works by scheduling and performing dental procedures with a team of skilled professionals, guiding patients from check-in to check-out, and using patient feedback to improve service quality. They emphasize a comfortable environment to help patients with dental anxiety, and offer flexible scheduling and emergency appointments to meet urgent needs. Revenue comes from patient appointments and procedures. The goal is to build long-term patient relationships by providing personalized care and reliable access to dental services.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Cary, North Carolina
Founded
2000
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Riccobene acquired two Night and Day Dental locations in March 2025.
- The Stanley Cup visit in September 2026 signals strong local brand visibility.
- Comvest's backing funds acquisitions and de novo openings across three states.
What critics are saying
- Comvest ownership in 2024 increases leverage and integration pressure across 60 clinics.
- Provider turnover after the Night and Day purchase can disrupt appointments by 2027.
- A founder exit would fracture the brand and weaken referral flow immediately.
What makes Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry unique
- Riccobene runs 60+ multi-specialty clinics across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.
- Dr. Michael Riccobene still anchors the brand after Comvest's 2024 majority investment.
- It combines general, pediatric, orthodontic, oral surgery, endodontic, and implant dentistry under one roof.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Referral Program
- Paid Time Off
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match