Dental Assistant

Hero Practice Services; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hero Practice Services is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists in providing quality care to children. This role involves patient interaction, assisting with procedures, and maintaining a clean environment. Join a company dedicated to improving children's health.

Benefits

Monthly bonus plan

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement savings

Opportunities for professional advancement

Qualifications

• Experience working in a dental office.
• Proficiency with hygiene and operative instruments.

Responsibilities

• Providing the best patient experience possible.
• Taking diagnostic radiographs and intraoral pictures.
• Maintaining a clean, sterile, and patient-focused environment.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Job description

Hero Practice Services | Kids Dental Place, Van Nuys
14422 Victory Blvd
Van Nuys, CA 91401, USA

Pay Range: From $19.00 per hour for entry-level to $22.00 per hour for experienced, well-qualified professionals

Overview:

Hero Practice Services is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high-quality, compassionate care to all patients.

Hero Practice Services is the only practice management company focused on delivering systems, processes, and people needed to efficiently provide quality dental, vision, and orthodontic care to children in underserved communities. Since 2006, with offices nationwide, we have helped millions of children and young people access necessary care. Working at Hero is both a career and a calling … join us, BE A HERO!

The Opportunity:

This role offers a unique chance to support our Heroes who serve children and young people, improving their overall health and well-being.

You will be responsible for the following:

• Providing the best patient experience possible
• Supporting optimized schedules and conducting open treatment calls to educate patients' parents/guardians on the importance and urgency of pending treatments
• Taking diagnostic radiographs and intraoral pictures (periapical, bitewings, panoramic), and assisting others as needed
• Using dental documentation software to locate and manage patient records efficiently
• Providing behavior management following guidelines approved by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
• Maintaining a clean, sterile, and patient-focused environment
• Ensuring the practice is clean and presentable, including cleaning restrooms, the patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting
• Complying with all relevant regulations (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, employee handbook)

Qualifications:

• Experience working in a dental office
• Proficiency with hygiene and operative instruments and understanding their proper use
• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire for professional growth
• Organizational skills and a solid understanding of dentistry

Physical Requirements:

This position requires full body mobility. Employees must regularly sit, walk, and stand; communicate effectively in person and via telephone; handle or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Monthly bonus plan
• Medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, disability, and more
• Opportunities for professional advancement within an established, growing healthcare group

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations:

Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications:

Preferred:

• CPR Certification
• Radiography Credentials

Equal Opportunity Employer

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