Dental Assistant

About This Role

Join a dental team as a Dental Assistant, providing patient care, assisting dentists, and managing office operations in a supportive and technologically advanced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients and sustain patient comfort while providing 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 (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures
• 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 providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow

Requirements

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
• Dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification (if required by state)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting

Nice to Have

• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Dental assisting school certification

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits