Dental Assistant l

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Job DetailsJob Location: Wilm - Wilmington, NC 28405Dental Assistant I About Smile Starters: At Smile Starters, we provide compassionate, comprehensive dental care to children and young adults ages 1 through 20. Our mission is to educate and guide patients toward lifelong oral health. By working with the youngest members of our community, we help establish healthy habits early, leading to lasting results. Many of our former patients now bring their own children to us — a true testament to the care we deliver. This position offers the opportunity to work in a team setting with a group of like-minded dental professionals who are passionate about patient care, teamwork, and creating a positive, welcoming environment. Responsibilities: Welcome patients and families to the office with professionalism and warmth Conduct pre- and post operative consultations Prepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring comfort and reassurance Select, prepare, and arrange instruments, equipment, and materials for procedures Sterilize instruments according to OSHA and CDC standards Assist dentists chairside using 4-handed dentistry techniques Complete lab-related tasks as instructed Provide oral hy...