Lead Dental Assistant - Private Practice (M-TH 8:00 - 5:00 pm)

Falls Lake Dental is a modern, privately owned dental practice in Raleigh seeking an experienced and motivated Dental Assistant to join our growing team.

We are a relationship-centered, technology-driven practice focused on efficiency, high-quality dentistry, and an exceptional patient experience. Our office is fully digital and utilizes intraoral scanning and modern restorative workflows.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in staying productive, anticipating clinical needs, and contributing to a positive, team-oriented culture.

Position Overview

Full-time position
Monday–Thursday
Single doctor practice with two hygienists
Fast-paced but supportive clinical environment

We are looking for someone who:

• Is dependable and punctual
• Takes initiative and anticipates needs without constant direction
• Works efficiently while maintaining attention to detail
• Is comfortable managing multiple responsibilities throughout the day
• Communicates professionally with patients and team members
• Wants long-term growth and stability within a private practice

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting for restorative and general dentistry procedures
• Taking digital radiographs and intraoral scans with 3shape trios or similar.
• Assisting with crowns, fillings, hygiene exams, and same-day workflows
• Fabricating temporaries, packing cord.
• Managing operatory setup/breakdown and sterilization protocols
• Supporting patient flow and overall office efficiency
• Maintaining organization and cleanliness throughout the clinical area

Qualifications

• Dental assisting experience required
• X-ray certification required
• General dentistry experience strongly preferred
• Open Dental and intraoral scanner experience preferred
• Strong communication and patient care skills
• Ability to adapt and learn quickly

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and skill set
• 401(k) with matching
• Holiday Pay & Paid time off
• Dental benefits
• Profit sharing
• Long-term growth opportunity within the practice

If you are looking for a long-term position in a modern office that values teamwork, professionalism, efficiency, and patient care, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of general dentistry experience do you have? atleast 2 years is preferred.
• Are you comfortable fabricating temporary crowns and packing cord independently?
• Which dental software systems have you used?
• Have you used intraoral scanners? If so, which?
• What do you believe makes a strong dental assistant in a fast-paced practice?

Work Location: In person