Dental Assistant

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

Job summary

A community-focused dental practice in Spokane seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to enhance patient care and support growth. This role emphasizes collaboration and uses state-of-the-art technology to ensure high-quality treatment, requiring certifications and previous experience in dental assistance.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

PTO

Comprehensive education and training

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients, ensuring comfort and providing education.
• Take and process X-rays and diagnostic assessments.
• Provide chairside assistance during procedures.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Education

Dental assistant certification

X-ray certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Dental Assistant

North Hill Dentistry is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team.

Why North Hill Dentistry?

North Hill Dentistry, supported by Heartland Dental, believes in providing exceptional lifetime care by hiring and developing team members who support both business and clinical needs while fostering a strong team culture. As a Dental Assistant, you'll work in an environment that encourages learning, teamwork, and puts patients first.

Enjoy state-of-the-art technology, camaraderie, and support in a role where continuous learning and patient care are prioritized. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing excellent care to our community.

More about the role

• Greet and assist patients, ensuring comfort and providing education throughout treatment.
• Review patient health histories to ensure quality care.
• Take and process X-rays and other diagnostic assessments (e.g., iTero 3D scanner, digital photography).
• Provide chairside assistance (four-handed dentistry) during procedures in accordance with state dental practice acts.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record-keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms following safety protocols, OSHA, and CDC guidelines.
• Manage supplies and inventory, including placing orders.
• Collaborate with team members to implement systems and optimize workflow.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, and PTO.
• Comprehensive education and training to support your professional growth.
• Opportunity to build a stable career with a company that has over 20 years of industry experience and growth potential.

About North Hill Dentistry

North Hill Dentistry is a community-focused practice located off West Garland Ave., next to Washington Trust Bank. Our team of nine thrives on collaboration, communication, and community engagement. We offer a professional and friendly environment with room for growth.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Dental assistant and/or x-ray certification as required by state law.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle PHI securely; HIPAA training will be provided.

Preferred Experience

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience.
• Experience with Dentrix or similar dental software.
• Dental assisting certification from an accredited program.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform duties with or without accommodations.
• Prolonged sitting and standing.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Availability for periodic virtual or in-person training sessions.
• A TB test is required prior to employment, except in FL & TN.

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, supporting over 3,000 doctors across 39 states and D.C., in more than 1,800 offices. Each supported practice is community-focused, with doctors retaining clinical autonomy. Our mission is to deliver high-quality dental care and experiences.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants.