Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Educational training and development

Job summary

Heartland Dental in Peoria, Arizona, is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their dynamic team. The role involves welcoming patients, assisting with dental procedures, and maintaining safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient care.

This full-time position offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, six paid holidays, and professional growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold appropriate dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification as required under state regulations.
• Strong multitasker with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and sustain their comfort during treatments.
• Conduct reviews of patient health histories.
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments.
• Provide chairside assistance during procedures.
• Manage supply and inventory levels.

Skills

Working knowledge of dental procedures

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service experience

Multitasking ability

Education

Dental assistant certification

X-ray certification as per state regulations

Dental assisting school certification in AZ

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

83rd Marketplace Dental Care is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.

Heartland Dental is the nation’s largest dental support organization, providing non‑clinical administrative support to over 3,000 dentists across 39 states and the District of Columbia.

More About The Role

• Greet and welcome patients, sustaining patient comfort and providing 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 to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with state regulations.
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms with strict adherence to safety protocols and OSHA & CDC recommendations.
• Manage supply and inventory levels, placing and expediting 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 savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO.
• Front‑loaded education and training, giving you the opportunity to develop to your full potential.
• Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry‑leading experience, offering a stable career with unlimited growth potential.

About 83rd Marketplace Dental Care

• Join an 8‑person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community.
• Goal‑oriented, results‑driven, and solution‑focused team atmosphere.
• Full‑time schedule: Monday–Thursday 7:00‑3:00; Tuesday–Wednesday 10:00‑6:00; Friday 8:00‑12:00; No weekends.
• Competitive pay based on experience and certifications.
• Location: 24971 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, Arizona 85383.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, customer‑centric environment.
• Must hold an appropriate dental assistant certification and/or x‑ray certification as required under state regulations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to HIPAA training and protection of PHI.

Experience

• 1+ year of experience as a dental assistant preferred; ability to train a newly graduated dental assistant.
• Experience with Dentrix or other dental software.
• Dental assisting school certification in AZ and RHS certification required.
• Strong multitasker with a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations provided as needed.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times.
• Availability to attend virtual or in‑person training sessions periodically throughout the year.
• Tuberculosis (TB) test required for all new hires in dental office positions, unless in FL & TN.

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation’s largest dental support organization, providing non‑clinical administrative support to over 3,800 dentists across 39 states and the District of Columbia.

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.