Dental Assistant Job at Heartland Dental in Florence

CDS Florence, part of Heartland Dental, is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.

Overview

Heartland Dental supports dental offices nationwide. The Dental Assistant will work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and patient-first care, with access to state-of-the-art technology and a collaborative team culture.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, sustain patient comfort, and provide education throughout treatment
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history to support 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 & 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

• 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 experience and growth potential

About CDS Florence

CDS Florence, like every Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to its community and patients. Join a team that values collaboration, communication, and community.

• Monday - Thursday 6:30a-4:30p

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment
• If required by state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Access to minimum PHI for job functions; regular HIPAA training will be required; ability to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards

Preferred Experience

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

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform 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
• A tuberculosis (TB) test is 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, offering non-clinical administrative support to thousands of doctors across many states and hundreds of offices. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy; the organization aims to deliver high-quality dental care and experiences to communities.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values and providing equal opportunity in employment. We comply with federal, state, and local laws affording protections to all applicants.