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Heartland Dental

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental, Crescent Springs, Kentucky, United States

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Expanded Duties Dental Assistant – EDDA – Dental Assistant Buttermilk Family Dentistry is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.

We are a Heartland Dental supported office seeking a friendly and reliable Expanded Duties Dental Assistant who will support the clinical treatment care of our patients. As an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, you will help provide effective and trustworthy dental services, sustain patient comfort, soothe upset patients, listen to their needs, and educate them on dental procedures. You will also manage clinical supplies, work efficiently to maintain the supporting dentist’s schedule, and adhere to all OSHA and company safety policies.

We understand that you work hard, which is why each supported location provides an excellent compensation and benefits package. In addition to competitive pay, Heartland Dental offers extensive training and continuing education opportunities that exceed industry norms.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug insurance

Free dental services for you and your dependents minus lab fees

Vision care support

Life insurance

401(K) retirement plan

6 paid holidays off

Team-focused, uplifting, and educational work culture

Potential for two weeks vacation available

Your schedule will be Monday and Tuesday: 7:45 am–5:00 pm, Wednesday: 7:45 am–6:30 pm, Thursday: 7:45 am–5:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am–1:00 pm.

About Buttermilk Family Dentistry

Join a 12‑person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community

Fast‑paced and family‑oriented environment

Modern technology and equipment

Additional Responsibilities

Taking and recording medical and dental histories and patient vital signs

Assisting the dentist in managing dental emergencies

Improving your clinical skills through continuing education and training opportunities offered by Heartland Dental

Requirements

Positive and outgoing personality

Exceptional interpersonal verbal and written communication skills

Excellent patient care skills

Strong organizational skills

Superior working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology

Ability to build rapport with patients

Good manual dexterity

Computer proficiency and willingness to learn new programs

Ability to travel at least once every other month for training, occasionally overnight

Dental assisting school certificate is a plus

Previous work experience in a dental practice is a plus

We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. 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.

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