Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join a collaborative team in Danville. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment that prioritizes patient care and professional growth. With a 4-day work week and a variety of benefits, including medical and dental services, this position is perfect for someone passionate about making a difference in patients' lives. If you have a background in dental care and a commitment to excellence, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Free dental services

401(K) retirement plan

Monthly bonus opportunities

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Continuing education provided

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and provide education throughout treatment.
• Take and process x-rays and provide chairside assistance.

Skills

Dental Experience

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

Tools

Dentrix

iTero 3D Scanner

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Dental Assistant - Danville, IL

Danville Family Dental Care is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team!

Dental Experience Is Required.

About Danville Family Dental Care

Danville Family Dental Care, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Join a four-person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community.
• Located on North Vermillion St, across from Buffalo Wild Wings.
• Enjoy a 4-day work week, Monday - Thursday.

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.

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, and vision insurance.
• Free dental services for yourself and your dependents minus lab fees.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(K) retirement plan.
• Monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities.
• 6 paid holidays annually (after 90 days of employment), 2 weeks paid vacation (after one year of employment).
• Continuing education provided and endless growth opportunities.

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 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting.
• Dentrix or other dental software experience.
• 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.

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.