Heartland Dental LLC is hiring: Dental Assistant in Lawton

Overview

Full-Time Experienced Dental Assistant Career Opportunity! Full Benefits Package, Quarterly Bonus Potential, Dental Assistant Academy Training & CE Classes Included

Expected Full-Time Work Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30am-5:00pm & Friday, 9:00am-3:00pm (Hours Subject to Change)

My Dentist Lawton, a Heartland Dental Supported Practice and a "Patient-Focused Doctor Office", is looking for a Full-Time Experienced Dental Assistant to join our team.

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. The successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.

About My Dentist Lawton

My Dentist Lawton, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Join a 7 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community
• Two doctor practice with a great team atmosphere
• We are a fast-paced office
• Office Location: 2111 NW Cache Road, Lawton, OK 73505
• Expected Full-Time Work Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30am-5:00pm & Friday, 9:00am-3:00pm (Hours Subject to Change)

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)
• Front loaded education and training, providing you the opportunity to develop to your full potential
• Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience that provides a stable career with growth potential
• Access to on-demand Daily Pay

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment, 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 any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

More about the role

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, sustain patient comfort, and provide education during 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 and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
• Manage supply and inventory levels, and place/expedite orders as needed
• Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Oklahoma Dental Assistant Permit
• Oklahoma X-Ray Certification
• Access to minimum PHI necessary for job functions; regular HIPAA training required; protect PHI and maintain data safeguards
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric, high patient volume environment
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills
• Adaptable to changing work environment; team player; 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 satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year
• TB test required for all new hires in dental office positions. Not applicable in FL & TN.

Who is 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 the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

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