Whitaker Dental Associates

07/20/2025

06/12/2025

Yes, flossing is self love😊. Keep the promises you make to yourself.

06/06/2025

Daily Reminder: pay attention. This little treasure was on the trail today. It could’ve been easily missed. It was such a little thing that made me smile. Try to find those small, happy things in your daily life. They are most definitely there. 😊.

05/26/2025

Job Title: Dental Assistant

Location: Whitaker Dental Associates (Morganton, NC)

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us:
Whitaker Dental Associates is a general dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. We are committed to excellence and are looking for a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team.

Job Description:
As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our dentists and ensuring a high level of direct patient care. Your responsibilities will include assisting during dental procedures, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing excellent patient service.

Key Responsibilities:

-Assist dentists during a variety of treatment procedures (restorative, removable, and surgical).

-Provide chairside assistance, including handing instruments and materials to dentists.

-Competency in making temporaries and minor adjustments to removable appliances is preferred

-Taking quality impressions and pouring models

-Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.

-Confidently take quality dental radiographs (x-rays). This could be single films, FMXs, Panorex and CBCTs

-Educate patients on treatment plans and post-treatment care.

-Maintain accurate patient records.

-Ensure a clean and organized treatment area.

-Understand and complete equipment maintenance (ie. Handpiece oiling, waterline flushing, etc)


Qualifications:

-High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited dental assisting program preferred.

-Certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA) is a plus but not necessary. Years of on the job training will be considered

-Previous experience in a dental office setting is required.

-Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict infection control protocols in a must.

-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

-Ability to work well in a team, as well as independently, and maintain a positive attitude.



What We Offer:

- Competitive wages and benefits package.

-A supportive and collaborative work environment.

-Opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about dentistry and want to be part of a dynamic team, please submit your resume and a cover letter to natalie@whitakerdentalassociates.com or apply directly at our office 300 Sanford Drive Morganton, NC.

05/26/2025

Job Title: Patient Care Coordinator

Location: Whitaker Dental Associates (Morganton, NC)

Job Type: Part-time, could lead to full time

About Us:
Whitaker Dental Associates is a general dental office dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. We are committed to excellence and are looking for a dedicated Patient Care Coordinator to join our team.

Job Description:
As a Patient Care Coordinator, you will be the first point of contact for our patients, in person and over the phone. Your primary role will be to ensure that every patient receives the highest level of care and service from the moment they walk through our doors.

Key Responsibilities:

-Greet patients warmly (in person and over the phone) and manage the reception area to ensure a smooth and efficient patient flow.

-Schedule appointments, manage patient records, and handle billing and insurance matters, asking for and collecting money for services provided.

-Coordinate with dental staff to ensure patient needs are met and appointments are run on time.

-Provide excellent customer service and address patient inquiries and concerns.

-Maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.

-Attention to detail is a must


Qualifications:

-High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in dentistry or a related healthcare field is a plus.

-Previous experience in a dental or healthcare setting preferred.

-Strong organizational skills are necessary.

-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills is a must. You will be communicating with patients, other patient care coordinators, clinical staff and doctors daily.

-Proficiency in Eaglesoft and Dental Intel is preferred but not a must.

-Ability to work well in a team and maintain a positive attitude.



What We Offer:

Competitive wages.

A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Opportunities for professional growth and development.


How to Apply:
If you are passionate about patient care and want to be part of a dynamic team, please submit your resume and a cover letter to natalie@whitakerdentalassociates.com or bring your resume to our office (300 Sanford Drive Morganton, NC)

05/26/2025

We are hiring! Part Time Patient Care Coordinator and Full Time Dental Assistant.

05/16/2025

It's Prom Season! Check out these throwbacks and see if you can guess who's who from the Whitaker Dental Team. Follow us on our new Instagram page too!

11/13/2024

Hello Whitaker Dental family!

I hope this message finds you well and that you’re on the road to recovery after Helene. I wanted to share some updates about what’s happening here at Whitaker Dental Associates.

First off, Dr. Arbelo is no longer with us. We’re incredibly happy for him and Marilyce, who are expecting a baby in December, and we wish them all the best.

We’re also excited to announce that Dr. Lindsey Searcy will be joining our team next week! Dr. Searcy completed both her undergraduate and dental school training at UNC Chapel Hill, followed by additional training through a general practice residency at the University of Florida. Originally from Kannapolis, North Carolina, she moved to Morganton in 2022 with her husband Carson. Outside of work, Dr. Searcy loves spending time with Carson, their two dogs, Gus and C**t, and their new kitten, Kuma. Together, they enjoy relaxing at the lake, exploring new places, and skiing during the winter.

As you can see, we’re becoming quite the UNC team here at WDA! We’re thrilled to have Dr. Searcy as our newest team member, and I know you’ll enjoy getting to know her.

Please remember, you always have a choice in your provider. Dr. Hedrick, Dr. Searcy, and I are grateful for the opportunity to care for all your dental needs.

Thank you for your continued trust in us. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Warm regards,

Dr. Natalie Whitaker

10/31/2024

This zoo of kooky critters at Whitaker Dental
Associates is wishing everyone the happiest of Halloweens! 👻 🎃 👹

03/04/2024

Our office in Morganton is looking to round out our staff with the addition of an exceptional front desk team member. The ideal candidate will have top-notch customer service skills, a caring demeanor, and the desire to support our large family of patients. While prior dental experience is a definite plus, it is not a necessity, and we are more than willing to train the right person. Primary duties will include greeting patients, answering phones, scheduling appointments, collecting and posting payments, and explaining the basic details of treatment plans. If you are interested, please reach out to us at (828) 433-1600 and/or email us your resume at office@whitakerdentalassociates.com. We look forward to hearing from you!