Dental Assistant: Fast-Paced, Dentrix Expert

Heartland Dental; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Six paid holidays

Job summary

Heartland Dental’s ForwardDental Forest Home in Milwaukee, WI is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. The role utilizes Dentrix, iTero scanning, and a patient‑centered approach to care.

You will greet patients, review health histories, take X‑rays, and assist dentists in a fast‑paced office. Requires 2–3 years of experience and relevant certifications, with HIPAA training and safety adherence.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of Dental Assistant experience.
• General computer knowledge.
• Certification: dental assistant and/or x‑ray (state law dependent).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• HIPAA training and PHI/data safeguards awareness.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and educate them throughout treatment.
• Review patient health history to ensure quality care.
• Take and process x‑rays and other diagnostics (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography).
• Provide chairside assistance (four‑handed dentistry) during procedures with supported dentists.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms with safety protocols and OSHA/CDC adherence.
• Manage supplies and place/expedite orders as needed.
• Partner with providers to maximize office workflow within Heartland Dental systems.

Skills

Dental terminology

Communication

Organizational skills

HIPAA compliance

Customer focus

Education

Dental assistant certification

X-ray certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Heartland Dental’s ForwardDental Forest Home in Milwaukee, WI is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. The role utilizes Dentrix, iTero scanning, and a patient‑centered approach to care.

You will greet patients, review health histories, take X‑rays, and assist dentists in a fast‑paced office. Requires 2–3 years of experience and relevant certifications, with HIPAA training and safety adherence.