Dental Assistant Job at Heartland Dental in Albuquerque

Dental Assistant at Heartland Dental – Bear Canyon Family Dentistry Join Bear Canyon Family Dentistry as a Dental Assistant and be part of a caring, collaborative team within Heartland Dental’s community‑focused network. Why Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental believes that exceptional patient care starts with a strong, well‑supported team. As an assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, teamwork, and patient‑first values while enjoying state‑of‑the‑art technology. More About The Role Greet and welcome patients and sustain their comfort while providing education during treatment. Conduct thorough patient health‑history reviews 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 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 rooms with strict safety protocols, following OSHA & CDC recommendations. Manage supply and inventory levels, placing and expediting orders as needed. Partner with providers and the 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 help you reach your full potential. Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry‑leading experience and unlimited growth potential. About Bear Canyon Family Dentistry Bear Canyon Family Dentistry is a unique community‑focused practice. Join a fun and energetic 12‑person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community service. Minimum Qualifications Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology. Experience in a fast‑paced, customer‑centric environment. Dental‑assistant certification and/or x‑ray certification, if required under the state dental practice act. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Will receive regular HIPAA training and be responsible for protecting PHI and maintaining data safeguards. Preferred Experience 1+ year of experience in a dental setting. Experience using Dentrix or other dental software. Dental‑assisting school certification. Physical Requirements Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Prolonged periods of sitting and standing. Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times. Availability to attend virtual or in‑person training sessions periodically throughout the year. All new hires in dental office positions must complete a TB test prior to starting employment (not applicable in FL & TN). Who is Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental is the nation’s largest dental support organization, serving more than 3,000 doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 offices. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy, while the organization delivers the highest quality dental care and experiences to communities nationwide. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr