Dental Assistant Job at Heartland Dental in Norfolk

Dental Assistant – Pediatric – Heartland Dental Join our team at LWSS in Wards Corner. As a Dental Assistant, you’ll enjoy state‑of‑the‑art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. Patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged. Hard‑working and motivated candidates bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve. More About The Role Greet and welcome patients, sustain 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, place and 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, providing you 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 1+ years of experience in a dental setting Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology Experience working in a fast‑paced and customer‑centric environment VA x‑ray certification Excellent communication and organizational skills Regular HIPAA training; protect PHI and maintain data safeguards Preferred Experience 2+ 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 Prolonged periods of sitting and standing Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year Tuberculosis (TB) test required for all new hires in dental office positions (standard requirement); not applicable in FL & TN 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. Each supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy and are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care to their patients. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr