Dental Assistant Job at Heartland Dental in Yulee

Overview

Join to apply for the Dental Assistant role at Heartland Dental. Family Dental at Wildlight is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.

Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who will support the business and clinical needs of each supported dental office and foster a strong team building culture. As a Dental Assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first. This is a role where you’ll enjoy state of the art technology, camaraderie, and support, with a focus on providing the best patient care to the communities served.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, sustain patient comfort, and provide education throughout treatment
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history to inform quality care
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
• Provide superior chairside assistance (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 adherence to safety protocols following OSHA & CDC recommendations
• Manage supply and inventory levels, and place/expedite orders as needed
• Partner with 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 to develop to your full potential
• Opportunity to be part of a stable company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience and potential for growth

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment
• Dental assistant and/or x-ray certification as required by state dental practice act
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Access to minimum PHI for job duties; regular HIPAA training and data safeguards required

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 duties with or without reasonable accommodation; reasonable accommodations available for disabilities
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
• Availability to attend virtual or in-person training sessions periodically
• TB test is required for all new hires in dental office positions (not applicable in FL & TN); test arranged during pre-employment

About Heartland Dental

Heartland Dental is the nation’s largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to doctor networks across multiple states. All supported doctors retain clinical autonomy. Heartland Dental is committed to diversity and inclusion and equal opportunity in employment.

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