Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Front-loaded education and training

Job summary

Heartland Dental LLC is seeking a Dental Assistant for their Bradenton, FL office. The role provides the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technology, offering full-time hours without weekends. Responsibilities include welcoming patients, taking x-rays, and chairside assistance. Qualified candidates should have a working knowledge of dental procedures and excellent communication skills. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, alongside opportunities for professional development within a secure company with over 20 years of industry experience.

Qualifications

• Must have Dental Assistant experience.
• If required, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification.
• Access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey.
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments.
• Provide superior chairside assistance during various procedures.

Skills

Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Education

Dental assisting school certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Dental Assistant, Bradenton FL

Must have Dental Assistant experience.

Location: 5935 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211.

Work Schedule: No Weekends! Full‑time, Tuesday through Friday 8:00am‑5:00pm.

As a Dental Assistant you’ll enjoy state‑of‑the‑art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. Hard‑working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.

Responsibilities

• 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 to provide quality care.
• Take and process x‑rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.).
• Provide superior chairside assistance 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.

Benefits

• 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 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.
• Access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; the individual must protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.

Preferred Experience

• 1+ years 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. 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.

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.