Mobile Dental Unit Dental Assistant
- Location
- Southern Pines, NC · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Listed
- 5 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Chairside dental assisting
- Dental radiography
- Infection control
- Sterilization procedures
- Patient safety
- Clinical documentation
- CPR/AED
Also useful
- Dental Assistant certification
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Dental radiography software
About the role
Employment Type: Part time
Shift: Day Shift
Position Summary
The Mobile Dental Unit Dental Assistant supports the delivery of quality dental care by assisting the dentist during clinical procedures, providing patient care, taking dental radiographs, maintaining infection control standards, and ensuring the efficient operation of the mobile clinic. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply to help facilitate communication with patients and improve access to care.
Essential Responsibilities
- Prepare and open the Mobile Dental Unit for daily operations, ensuring equipment, supplies, and treatment areas are ready for patient care.
- Assist the dentist during examinations, radiographs, fillings, and extractions.
- Take and process dental x-rays in accordance with established protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate patient records and support clinical documentation.
- Follow infection control, sterilization, and safety procedures at all times.
- Coordinate patient flow and assist with operatory turnover and instrument processing.
- Provide post-treatment instructions, educational materials, and community resource information to patients.
- Assist with inventory management, supply monitoring, and equipment maintenance reporting.
- Support volunteer orientation and provide assistance to team members as needed.
- Complete end-of-day cleaning, sanitization, and clinic closing procedures.
Qualifications
- Minimum of five (5) years of chairside dental assisting experience, including radiographs, restorative procedures, and extractions.
- Dental Assistant certification preferred.
- Ability to operate dental radiography equipment and related software.
- Knowledge of infection control, sterilization procedures, and patient safety practices.
- Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Commitment to compassionate patient care and confidentiality.
Why Join Us?
Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving access to oral healthcare for individuals with limited resources while making a meaningful impact in the community we serve.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
From Trinity Health's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 8, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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Common questions
Where is the Mobile Dental Unit Dental Assistant job at Trinity Health located?
This Mobile Dental Unit Dental Assistant position at Trinity Health is located in Southern Pines, NC (On-site). Always check Trinity Health's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
What qualifications are required for Mobile Dental Unit Dental Assistant at Trinity Health?
For the Mobile Dental Unit Dental Assistant role, Trinity Health highlights 5+ years of relevant experience; experience with Chairside dental assisting, Dental radiography, Infection control, Sterilization procedures, Patient safety, Clinical documentation. Rolev.ai can score your existing resume against these requirements and show any skill gaps before you apply.
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