Dental Assistant - Growth, Tech & Team Focus

Heartland Dental; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

6 paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

American Family Dentistry Kirby Quince in Memphis, TN is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience and is open to meeting new graduates who are motivated and eager to learn.

The role involves chairside support, performing x-rays and diagnostic assessments, and ensuring patient comfort and education throughout treatment. You will use Dentrix for scheduling and follow safety protocols in a fast-paced practice.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment.
• Dental assistant certification.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• HIPAA training and PHI protection responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, and provide education throughout treatment.
• Review patient health history to ensure quality care.
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography).
• Provide chairside assistance (four-handed dentistry) to dentists.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms adhering to safety protocols (OSHA & CDC).
• Manage supplies and place/expedite orders as needed.
• Collaborate with providers to implement Heartland Dental systems and optimize workflow.

Skills

Communication

Organization

HIPAA training

PHI protection

Education

Dental assistant certification

Tools

Dentrix

iTero 3D scanner

Job description

American Family Dentistry Kirby Quince in Memphis, TN is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience and is open to meeting new graduates who are motivated and eager to learn.

The role involves chairside support, performing x-rays and diagnostic assessments, and ensuring patient comfort and education throughout treatment. You will use Dentrix for scheduling and follow safety protocols in a fast-paced practice.