Dental Assistant Job at Heartland Dental in Bellevue

Overview

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Summit Plaza Dental Care is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team. Join a 10 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community. Full-time; Monday-Thursday 7:30-5:00; Friday 8:00-12:00; No weekends.

Location

3615 Summit Plaza Drive, Suite 101, Bellevue, Nebraska 68123

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a dental assistant preferred; ability to train a newly graduated dental assistant
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Dental assisting school certification in NE required; OR must hold Radiology certification
• Coronal polishing certification is preferred
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
• Experience with iTero scanning
• Must be patient-focused, and a team player
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, provide 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
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
• Prepare treatment room with adherence to safety protocols, OSHA and 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

What You’ll Gain (Benefits)

• 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 secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience and potential for growth

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 of the position
• 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 sessions periodically
• TB test required for all new hires in dental office positions (pre-employment). 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 the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy and share a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

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