Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice in Clearwater seeks a passionate Dental Assistant committed to patient care and team support. In this role, you'll enjoy advanced technology and a team-oriented environment focused on professional development and quality dental service. Join a stable company with over 20 years of experience, providing you the chance for unlimited growth.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Education and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Experience in a fast-paced customer-centric environment.
• Dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients, ensuring comfort and education throughout treatment.
• Conduct reviews of patient health history and assist during procedures.
• Manage supply inventory and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of dental procedures

Education

Dental assistant certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Dental Assistant

CC- Clearwater is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.

Why Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who will 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.

As a Dental Assistant, you’ll enjoy state-of-the-art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard-working and motivated, 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, as well as 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 (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 rooms following safety protocols and OSHA & CDC recommendations.
• Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed.
• Partner with providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow.

What You’ll Gain

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

About

CC- Clearwater, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Join a team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment.
• If required, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification under the state dental practice act.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Must protect PHI and maintain data safeguards; regular HIPAA training will be required.

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 with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Prolonged sitting and standing.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds.
• Availability to attend virtual or in-person training sessions periodically.
• A TB test is required before employment, except in FL & TN.