Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental; Antioch (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwing Dental Care, supported by Heartland Dental, is seeking a Dental Assistant in Antioch, IL. The role involves working with state-of-the-art technology in a supportive environment, offering competitive benefits and training for personal development. Ideal candidates will have experience in dental assisting, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient care.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Certification in dental assisting or relevant X-ray certification if required.
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients, ensuring comfort throughout treatment.
• Conduct health history reviews and assist with diagnostic assessments.
• Provide chairside assistance to dentists during procedures.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Dental assisting certification

Tools

Dentrix

iTero

Job description

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Dental Assistant – Redwing Dental Care, Antioch, IL

Redwing Dental Care, a supported dental office of Heartland Dental, is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our positive and growing team of 10 dedicated professionals in Antioch, Illinois!

Schedule:

• Monday & Thursday: 6:45 AM – 4:30 PM
• Tuesday & Wednesday: 7:45 AM – 6:30 PM
  
  

Compensation:

• $22.00/hr to $26.00/hr (based on experience)
  
  

Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a motivated individual who has:

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience (preferred)
• A strong work ethic and willingness to work independently
• A fast learning mindset and eagerness to grow
• An openness to training and development – we are willing to train the right candidate!
  
  

Experience With Dentrix And ITero Software Is Preferred.

Office Culture:

At Redwing Dental Care, we foster a:

• Goal-oriented and growing team
• Positive, professional, and patient-centered environment
• Strong focus on teamwork and collaboration
  
  

Why Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and develop team members who support both the clinical and business needs of each supported office and contribute to a strong, team-building culture.

As a Dental Assistant at Redwing Dental Care, you’ll:

• Work with state-of-the-art technology in a supportive, learning-focused environment
• Be surrounded by camaraderie and a commitment to putting patients first
• Receive ongoing professional development and support
  
  

Heartland Dental was proudly recognized by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, based on feedback from over 1.5 million employees nationwide.

Join a team where your skills and passion for patient care are truly valued!

More About The Role

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as 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 PTO (paid time off)
• Front loaded education and training, providing you 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
  
  

About Redwing Dental Care, Antioch, IL

Redwing Dental Care, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

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
• The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• 1+ 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year
• 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.
  
  

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 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

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

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services and Hospitals and Health Care

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