Dental Assistant Job at Heartland Dental in Fort Smith

Overview

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Fort Smith Smiles, a Heartland Dental Supported Practice and a "Growing Patient-Focused Doctor Office" is looking for a Full-Time Dental Assistant to join our team.

Full-Time Dental Assistant with No Nights or Weekends, Full Benefits Package, Quarterly Bonus Potential, Dental Assistant Academy Training & CE Classes Included.

Expected Full-Time Work Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:45am–5:00pm; Friday 7:45am–2:00pm (Hours Subject to Change).

Location: 2909 South 74th Street, Fort Smith, AR 72903.

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.

About Fort Smith Smiles: Fort Smith Smiles, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Join a 12 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community
• Office is a fun, fast-paced, results- and solutions-oriented team
• Office Location: 2909 South 74th Street, Fort Smith, AR 72903
• Expected Full-Time Work Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:45am–5:00pm; Friday 7:45am–2:00pm

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, provide education and sustain patient comfort throughout treatment
• Review patient health history to deliver quality care
• Take and process X-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
• Provide chairside assistance (four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
• Prepare treatment rooms with adherence to safety protocols, OSHA, and CDC guidelines
• Manage supplies and inventory; place and expedite orders as needed
• Collaborate with providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• State Dental Assistant Credentials
• State X-Ray Certification
• Ability to access minimum PHI; HIPAA training required; protect PHI and maintain data safeguards
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric, high-volume environment
• Adaptable to a changing work environment
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Attention to detail; ability to meet deadlines; sense of urgency
• Microsoft Office Suite experience

Preferred Experience

• Dentrix or other dental software 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
• Availability to attend virtual or in-person training periodically

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO
• 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 growth potential
• Access to on-demand Daily Pay

TB Testing

As part of our commitment to safety, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process and guidance provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

About Heartland Dental

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia. Each Heartland Dental office is unique to the community and patients served. Supported doctors lead their practice with clinical autonomy.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values that promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants protections of federal, state, and local laws regarding equal opportunity in employment.