Heartland Dental
Dental Assistant – Orlando, FL
Metrowest Family Dentistry, a Heartland Dental supported office, is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our 11‑person team on S. Hiawassee Rd in Orlando.
Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients we must hire and grow team members who support the business and clinical needs of each 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.
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. Hard‑working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.
More About The Role
Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate 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 in accordance with the state dental practice act.
Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations.
Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed.
Partner with the 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 (paid time off).
Front‑loaded education and training, providing 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 unlimited growth potential.
Minimum Qualifications
Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
Experience working in a fast‑paced and customer‑centric environment.
If required under the state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x‑ray certification.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions; regular HIPAA training will be required and the individual must 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 essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made.
Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times.
Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year.
Required tuberculosis (TB) test for all new hires in dental office positions. The test will be arranged during the pre‑employment process and completed prior to starting employment. Not applicable in FL & TN.
About Metrowest Family Dentistry Metrowest Family Dentistry, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Join an energetic and welcoming team in a positive environment!
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. Each 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.
Seniority level:
Not Applicable
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Wellness and Fitness Services; Hospitals and Health Care
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Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients we must hire and grow team members who support the business and clinical needs of each 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.
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. Hard‑working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.
More About The Role
Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate 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 in accordance with the state dental practice act.
Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations.
Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed.
Partner with the 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 (paid time off).
Front‑loaded education and training, providing 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 unlimited growth potential.
Minimum Qualifications
Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
Experience working in a fast‑paced and customer‑centric environment.
If required under the state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x‑ray certification.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions; regular HIPAA training will be required and the individual must 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 essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made.
Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times.
Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year.
Required tuberculosis (TB) test for all new hires in dental office positions. The test will be arranged during the pre‑employment process and completed prior to starting employment. Not applicable in FL & TN.
About Metrowest Family Dentistry Metrowest Family Dentistry, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Join an energetic and welcoming team in a positive environment!
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. Each 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.
Seniority level:
Not Applicable
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Wellness and Fitness Services; Hospitals and Health Care
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