Heartland Dental LLC is hiring: Dental Assistant in Springfield

Sonrisas and Smiles Dental Care is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of experience.

Must be available to work the following schedule:

Monday-Friday from 6:30a-5:30p (hours can vary)

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.

As a Dental Assistant, you’ll enjoy state-of-the-art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.

More about the role

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, ensure 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 (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 rooms following safety protocols and OSHA & CDC recommendations
• Manage supply and inventory levels, and place and expedite orders as needed
• Partner with providers and the team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow

What You’ll Gain

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

About Sonrisas and Smiles Dental Care

Sonrisas and Smiles Dental Care, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Join an 8-person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community
• Our practice is located at 71B Backlick Road in Springfield, VA

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting
• VA Radiology Certification
• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must protect PHI and maintain data safeguards; regular HIPAA training required

Preferred Experience

• 2+ years of experience in a dental setting
• Dentrix, Dexis, and iTero experience
• Dental assisting school certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations
• Prolonged sitting and standing
• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
• Availability for periodic virtual or in-person training sessions
• A TB test is required prior to employment, except in FL & TN

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, supporting over 3,000 doctors across 39 states and D.C., in more than 1,800 dental offices. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy and are united by a goal to deliver high-quality dental care and experiences to their communities.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunity in employment.