Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Austell Family Dental Care is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team in a full-time role, Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. You will support clinicians with four-handed dentistry, take X-rays, and operate with Dentrix and iTero tools to ensure smooth patient flow and high-quality care.

We value self-motivated professionals who communicate well, stay organized, and deliver an outstanding patient experience in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of in-office dental experience.
• Demonstrates professionalism and clinical confidence.
• Self-starter who can work independently and stay organized.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management.
• Excellent communication and a positive team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and support their comfort throughout treatment.
• Take and process X-rays and related diagnostics (iTero 3D scanner, photos).
• Provide superior chairside assistance (four-handed dentistry).
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and records management.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols (OSHA & CDC).

Skills

4+ years in-office experience

Detail-oriented

Time management

Team player

Strong communication

Education

Dental assistant certification

X-ray certification

Tools

Dentrix

iTero scanner

X-ray software

Job description

Dental Assistant

Austell Family Dental Care

Austell Family Dental Care is seeking an experienced, professional Dental Assistant to join our team! We're looking for a skilled dental professional with a minimum of 4 years of in-office experience who is confident, detail-oriented, and passionate about providing exceptional patient care.

Position Details:

• Full-time opportunity
• Monday - Thursday
• 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
• Work with a supportive, patient-focused dental team

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 4 years of Dental Assistant experience
• Projects professionalism and confidence in a clinical setting
• Self-starter who can work independently and stay organized
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Critical thinker with the ability to anticipate office and patient needs
• Team player with strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Dedicated to delivering an outstanding patient experience

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Comfortable with denture and partial scanning
• Experience with denture and partial adjustments
• Fluent in fabricating and adjusting temporary crowns
• Familiarity with Dentrix practice management software
• Experience using an iTero scanner
• Strong understanding of restorative and prosthodontic procedures

Why Join Austell Family Dental Care?

• Collaborative and professional team environment
• Opportunity to utilize and expand your clinical skills
• Modern technology and patient-centered care
• Stable, full-time schedule with work-life balance

Why 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 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.

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 paidholidays,and PTO (paid time off)
• Front loaded educationand training, providing youtheopportunity 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
• 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 experiencein 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 experiencesto 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.