Dental Assistant

Department

ASOD Endodontics - 436510

Career Area

Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)

Position Type

Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Dental Assistant

Position Number

20051648

Vacancy ID

S027535

Full-time/Part-time

Part-Time Temporary

Hours per week

36

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Hiring Range

$18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date

06/15/2026

Estimated Duration of Appointment

6 months or longer

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Comprehensive Oral Health houses several disciplines including, Periodontology, Dental Hygiene, Comprehensive Dentistry, Operative Dentistry/BioMaterials, Prosthodontics, and Endodontics. The Endodontics discipline is committed to advancing oral health through therapies focused on preserving the natural dentition.

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant is responsible for providing dental and surgical assisting duties to all Division of Comprehensive Oral Health (COH) clinics. This includes Periodontology, Prosthodontics, Endodontics, Operative, General Dentistry, and the Dental Faculty Practice. Tasks include preparing the clinic, setting up trays using sterile techniques, assisting with a variety of restorative and surgical procedures, assisting with obtaining informed consent, and obtaining and documenting pre- and post-op vitals. The Dental Assistant will be responsible for preparing patients for their procedure and subsequently reviewing post-op instructions, assisting patient and families as needed, and restocking the inventories in the rooms in a prescribed manner.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency and completion of an accredited dental assisting program; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Management Preferences

Experience working in a team environment, and providing support with various dental procedures.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time with or without accommodation.