Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to join a supportive team in Greenfield. This role offers an engaging work environment with state-of-the-art technology and a commitment to patient care. Enjoy a four-day work week and numerous benefits, including medical and dental coverage, paid holidays, and opportunities for continuing education. If you're passionate about dental care and eager to grow in your career, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Free dental services

Life insurance

401(K) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in expanded functions or willingness to grow into EFDA.
• Proficient in Dentrix or other dental software.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients, ensuring comfort throughout treatment.
• Take and process x-rays and conduct diagnostic assessments.

Skills

Expanded Functions experience

Dentrix software

Dental procedures knowledge

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Dental Assistant certification

X-ray certification

Tools

iTero 3D scanner

Digital photography

Job description

Dental Assistant - DA or EFDA - Greenfield, IN

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.

About Creative Smiles - Greenfield

• Join Dr. Allison Lane and her eight person team of dental professionals in an engaging and growing practice
• Located across from Walmart on New Road
• Four day work week, Tues-Fri

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.

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug and vision insurance
• Free dental services for yourself and your dependents minus labfees
• Life and disability insurance
• Monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities
• 401(K) retirement plan
• 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 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 (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

• Expanded Functions experience or a highly motivated DA willing to grow into EFDA
• 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.