Dental Assistant Job at Heartland Dental in Chandler

Overview

Oakwood Family Dental Care is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.

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Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, sustain patient comfort, and provide appropriate education throughout treatment
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history to provide 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 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

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a dental assistant required
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Dental assisting school certification and RHS certification in AZ required
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite
• Experience taking digital x-rays; FMX
• Flexibility to adapt as needed throughout the day
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Access to minimum PHI for job-related functions; regular HIPAA training and data safeguards applicable to the role

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, six paid holidays, and PTO
• Front-loaded education and training to develop to your full potential
• Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
• Occasional virtual or in-person training sessions
• TB test required for new hires in dental office positions (not applicable in FL & TN)

About Heartland Dental

Heartland Dental is the nation\'s largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and DC in over 1,800 dental offices. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

Heartland Dental is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.