Dental Assistant Job at Heartland Dental in Albuquerque

Dental Care on San Antonio is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team. Why Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who will support the business and clinical needs of each supported dental 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. 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 in order to provide quality care. Take and process x‑rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.). Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., 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 paid time off. Front‑loaded education and training, providing the opportunity to develop to your full potential. Opportunity to be a 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. Regular HIPAA training and safeguard of PHI as required. Preferred Experience 1+ year of experience in a dental setting. Experience with Dentrix or other dental software. Dental assisting school certification. Physical Requirements Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Prolonged periods of sitting and standing. Capacity to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times. Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year. New hires in dental office positions must complete a tuberculosis (TB) test prior to starting employment. Who is Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental is the nation’s largest dental support organization, providing non‑clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. 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