Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; Village of Blasdell (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance (paid)

Health Savings Plan

Short Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Employee Referral Bonuses

Leadership & Professional Development

Community Service Events

Continuing Education & Training

Team events

Job summary

Heartland Dental LLC in the United States is seeking a Dental Assistant to support providers in delivering quality patient care. The role emphasizes teamwork, a can-do attitude, and timely completion of tasks, with a commitment to patient satisfaction.

Benefits include continuing education, paid training, 401(k), health benefits (dental/vision/life insurance for full-time), health savings plan options, and more. Strong communication with coworkers is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 effective practices when utilizing supplies and equipment.
• Assist office in achieving defined goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dental terminology

Sterilization & infection control

Chairside procedures

Lab procedures

Teamwork & communication

Patient flow management

Documentation in dental records

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Dental assisting certificate program

Current dental assistant license (where required)

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.
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 effective 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.