Dental Assistant Job at Heartland Dental LLC in Broadlands

Overview

Broadlands Complete Dental is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of experience and be familiar with Dentrix. Schedule is Monday–Friday with no weekends.

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. You’ll enjoy state-of-the-art technology and a supportive team, with a focus on patient care and continuous learning.

Role summary

As a Dental Assistant, you will support dentists with a range of procedures, maintain patient comfort, and help implement Heartland Dental systems to maximize office workflow.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, maintain patient comfort, and provide education throughout treatment
• Review 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 chairside assistance (four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
• Prepare treatment rooms with adherence to safety protocols, following OSHA and CDC recommendations
• Manage supplies and inventory levels, and place/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 savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO
• Front-loaded education and training to develop to full potential
• Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience and growth potential

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment
• X-ray certification
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Access to minimum PHI necessary for job functions; HIPAA training will be required; ability to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards

Preferred Experience

• 2+ years of experience in a dental setting
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Dental assisting school certification

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 throughout the year
• TB test is required for all new hires in dental office positions (not applicable in FL & TN); arranged during pre-employment

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 in over 1,800 dental offices. Supported doctors lead their practices with clinical autonomy. Heartland Dental is committed to diversity and inclusion and provides equal opportunity in employment.