Dental Assistant

Schedule

Full-Time
Monday - Thursday
40 hours per week
Enjoy a consistent schedule with extended weekends

Compensation

$20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications

About the role

If you're passionate about patient care, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Bring

• Dental Assisting experience preferred
• Strong clinical and chairside assisting skills
• Patient-focused mindset with excellent communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented approach with a willingness to help others succeed
• Adaptable and flexible when priorities change
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Growth mindset with a desire to learn and develop professionally

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor during a variety of treatment procedures
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms
• Take dental radiographs and digital scans as needed
• Provide exceptional patient care and education
• Manage instruments and sterilization processes
• Support clinical efficiency while creating a positive patient experience
• Partner with teammates to maintain a productive and welcoming office environment

More 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

What You'll Gain

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

• 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

Preferred Experience

• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Dental assisting school certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year
• As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN