Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Hessel Park Family Dentistry as a Dental Assistant where you will greet patients, assist in procedures, and ensure a smooth patient experience in a collaborative team environment. This role offers comprehensive training, competitive benefits, and the opportunity for professional growth in a fast-paced, patient-focused practice.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced environment and knowledge of dental terminology.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and ensure comfort throughout treatment.
• Take and process x-rays and provide chairside assistance during procedures.
• Manage supply levels and prepare treatment rooms following safety protocols.

Skills

Knowledge of dental procedures

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Dental assistant certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Hessel Park Family Dentistry is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.

Schedule Needed

Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

About Hessel Park Family Dentistry

Hessel Park Family Dentistry, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Join a 14-person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community
• Located on West Kirby Avenue across from Niro's Gyros
• Compassionate and hard-working team in a fast-paced environment

Why Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who support the business and clinical needs of each supported dental office and foster a strong team-building culture. As a Dental Assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first.

Enjoy state-of-the-art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is a place where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! The successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.

More about the role

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, ensuring patient comfort and providing education throughout treatment
• Review patient health history to provide quality care
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
• Provide chairside assistance during procedures in accordance with state dental practice act
• Utilize Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping
• Prepare treatment rooms following safety protocols and OSHA & CDC guidelines
• Manage supply and inventory levels, and place orders as needed
• Partner with providers to implement systems and maximize workflow

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, six paid holidays, and PTO
• Comprehensive education and training to develop your full potential
• Opportunity to be part of a stable company with over 20 years of industry experience and unlimited growth potential

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment
• Dental assistant and/or x-ray certification as required by state law
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards, with regular HIPAA training

Preferred Experience

• 1+ years of dental experience
• Experience with Dentrix or similar software
• Dental assisting school certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties with or without accommodations
• Prolonged sitting and standing
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
• Availability for periodic training sessions
• TB test required prior to employment, except in FL & TN

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the largest dental support organization in the U.S., supporting over 3,000 doctors in more than 1,800 offices across 39 states and D.C. Each office is unique and supported doctors retain clinical autonomy. Our goal is to deliver high-quality dental care and experiences to communities.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants.