Dental Assistant
About the role
Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment.
Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history in order to provide quality care.
Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.).
Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act.
Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations.
Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed.
Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow.
Responsibilities
- Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment
- Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history in order to provide quality care
- Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
- Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
- Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
- Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
- Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed
- Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow
Requirements
- Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
- Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
- If required under the state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards
- Dentrix or other dental software experience
- Dental assisting school certification in NE and Radiology certification required; Coronal polishing certification preferred
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite programs
Qualifications
- Minimum 1+ years of experience as a dental assistant
Skills
- Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
- Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
- If required under the state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Dentrix or other dental software experience
- Dental assisting school certification in NE and Radiology certification required; Coronal polishing certification preferred
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite programs
Benefits
- Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)
- Front loaded education and training, providing you the opportunity to develop to your full potential
- Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential
About Riverside Crossing Dental Care
Riverside Crossing Dental Care, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Join a 9 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community
Fast-paced, positive, motivating, team atmosphere
Full-time; Monday-Thursday 8:00-5:00; Occasional Friday's 8:00-12:00; No weekends!
Pay
Competitive pay based on experience and certifications
Schedule
Full-time; Monday-Thursday 8:00-5:00; Occasional Friday's 8:00-12:00; No weekends!