Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Dental LLC is seeking a Dental Assistant to join the Family Dental Care of East Peoria team. The role involves managing patient interactions, taking x-rays, and providing chairside assistance. Join a collaborative and supportive environment that focuses on patient care and continuous learning. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are available.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

PTO

Comprehensive education and training

Qualifications

• 1+ years of dental experience preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment is valuable.
• Completion of HIPAA training required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients throughout treatment.
• Take and process x-rays and diagnostic assessments.
• Provide chairside assistance during procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to protect PHI

Education

Dental assistant certification

x-ray certification if required by state law

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Family Dental Care of East Peoria is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team.

Schedule Availability Needed

Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Friday 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

About Family Dental Care of East Peoria

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

• Join a 12-person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community
• Located on West Washington Street in East Peoria
• Compassionate and fun 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.

Enjoy state-of-the-art technology surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! The successful candidate will have 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, ensuring patient comfort and providing education throughout treatment
• Review patient’s health history to provide quality care
• Take and process x-rays and diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
• Provide chairside assistance during procedures in accordance with state dental practice act
• Utilize Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping
• Prepare treatment rooms following safety protocols, OSHA & CDC guidelines
• Manage supplies and inventory, place orders as needed
• Partner with team to implement systems and maximize workflow

What You’ll Gain

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment
• Dental assistant and x-ray certification if required by state law
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to protect PHI and complete HIPAA training

Preferred Experience

• 1+ years of dental experience
• Experience with Dentrix or similar software
• Dental assisting certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations
• Prolonged sitting and standing
• Lift and carry up to 45 pounds
• Attend periodic training sessions
• TB test required prior to employment, except in FL & TN

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the largest dental support organization in the U.S., supporting over 3,000 doctors in more than 1,800 offices across 39 states and D.C. Supported doctors maintain clinical autonomy and aim to deliver high-quality care and experiences.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and provide equal opportunity employment.