Heartland Dental LLC is hiring: Dental Assistant in City of Albany
Heartland Dental LLC, City of Albany, NY, United States
Dental Assistant - Full Time Position (Monday - Thursday 8am-5pm, Every other Friday 8am-4pm) + Salary range based upon experience is $20-$23/hr + Benefits!
1st Advantage Dental - Colonie is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.
Why Heartland Dental?
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.
Enjoy state-of-the-art technology and a supportive team environment. This role focuses on patient care and continuous learning. The successful candidate will have a passion for providing excellent patient care to the communities served.
More about the role
- Greet and welcome patients, ensuring their comfort and providing education throughout treatment
- Review patient health history for quality care
- Take and process X-rays and diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
- Provide chairside assistance during procedures in accordance with state dental practice act
- Use Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping
- Prepare treatment rooms following safety protocols and OSHA & CDC guidelines
- Manage supplies and inventory, and place orders as needed
- Collaborate with team to implement systems and optimize workflow
What You’ll Gain
- Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, six paid holidays, and PTO
- Comprehensive education and training to develop your skills
- Opportunity to grow within a stable company with over 20 years of industry experience
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
- Experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
- Dental assistant and/or X-ray certification as required by state law
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Understanding of HIPAA and safeguarding PHI
Preferred Experience
- 1+ years in a dental setting
- Experience with Dentrix or similar dental software
- Dental assisting certification
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform essential duties with or without accommodations
- Prolonged sitting and standing
- Lift and carry up to 45 pounds
- Availability for periodic training sessions
- TB test required prior to employment in most states
Who is Heartland Dental?
Heartland Dental is the largest dental support organization in the nation, supporting over 3,000 doctors across 39 states and D.C. in more than 1,800 offices. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy and are committed to delivering high-quality dental care and experiences to their communities.
We value diversity and inclusion and are an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable laws.