Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental; Gainesville (FL); Vor Ort; USD 35.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Zusammenfassung

Heartland Dental is looking for a Dental Assistant in Gainesville, Florida, to join their patient-focused team. This full-time position includes a consistent Tuesday–Friday schedule and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of dental procedures, excellent communication skills, and experience in a dental setting. Heartland Dental provides competitive benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifikationen

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

Aufgaben

• Greet and welcome patients throughout their dental journey.
• Conduct health history reviews for quality care.
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments.
• Provide chairside assistance during various procedures.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of dental procedures

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ausbildung

Dental assistant certification

Dental assisting school certification

Tools

Dentrix

Jobbeschreibung

Gainesville Family Dentistry is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team. Gainesville Family Dentistry is excited to welcome a full‑time Dental Assistant to our friendly, patient‑focused practice. This position offers a consistent Tuesday–Friday schedule and the opportunity to work alongside a supportive team that values professionalism, compassion, and growth. While experience is a plus, we’re equally enthusiastic about meeting motivated new graduates who are eager to learn and build their skills. If you’re looking for a positive environment where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and paid time off
• Front‑loaded education and training, providing you the opportunity to develop to your full potential
• Opportunity to be a 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
• 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.

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 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.