Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental; Town of Hamburg (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education

Paid training

Team events

401(k)

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Health savings plan

Short-term disability

Accident insurance

Employee referrals

Leadership development

Community service

Job summary

Heartland Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to support providers and deliver quality patient care in a team-focused environment. The role emphasizes open communication, efficient chairside procedures, and maintaining patient satisfaction through collaborative work with colleagues.

Schedule: Mon-Thu 8-5, Fri 8-2. Full-time benefits include education, paid training, 401(k), health, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and communication to support patient satisfaction.
• Proficiency with clinical procedures and infection control.
• Ability to follow protocols and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Understand sterilization, biohazard and infection control procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, and tray setups.
• Perform chairside procedures efficiently and manage patient flow.
• Direct patient flow through teamwork and clear communication.
• Carry out lab procedures as required.
• Maintain positive rapport with staff and patients.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patient satisfaction

Open communication

Adaptability

Education

One year certified dental assistant program

Six months on-the-job experience

High school diploma

Dental assistant license (where required)

Tools

Dental instruments

Sterilization equipment

Job description

As a Dental Assistant with our practice, you will be responsible for assisting our providers in delivering quality care to patients.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a team environment, have a “can do” personality, and be able to complete their assigned work in a timely fashion. In addition, a Dental Assistant must display open communication to co-workers and a commitment to patient satisfaction.

Schedule: M-TH 8-5, F 8-2

We believe in supporting our team members with:

• Continuing Education & Group Learning Events
• Paid Training
• Team events and celebrations
• 401(k)
• Health Benefits, Dental, Vision, and paid Life Insurance- For Full Time
• Optional Health Savings Plan, Short Term Disability, Accident Insurance, and more- For Full Time
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Leadership and Professional Development Programs
• Community Service Events & Activities

Essential Responsibilities

• Understand and demonstrate proper sterilization, biohazard and infection control procedures in compliance with protocol.
• Demonstrate complete knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, maintenance, and proper tray setups.
• Perform all chairside procedures efficiently.
• Efficiently direct patient flow through teamwork and communication.
• Perform all necessary lab procedures.
• Uphold a positive rapport with staff members and patients at all times.
• Demonstrate safe and cost efficient practices when utilizing supplies and equipment.
• Assist office in achieving defined goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience

• One year certified dental assistant program; or
• Six months on-the-job experience; or
• High school diploma and demonstrated ability to assume dental assistant responsibilities.
• Current dental assistant license is required in certain states.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of dental records and documentation.
• Ability to perform basic computer functions.
• Comply with protocols and standards.
• Exercise knowledge of dental instruments and terminology.
• Support shared vision and values.