Dental Assistant - Growth, Training & Team Care

Heartland; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Six paid holidays

PTO (paid time off)

Job summary

Heartland Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant for Gainesville Smiles Dental Care in Gainesville, VA. You will join a collaborative team with 1+ year of dental experience and opportunities for ongoing learning.

Gainesville Smiles Dental Care emphasizes patient-first care, safety, and professional development. You will support clinicians, manage rooms, and help implement Heartland Dental systems to optimize workflows.

Qualifications

• 1+ year dental experience in a clinical setting.
• Experience in a fast-paced dental practice is preferred.
• X-ray certification as required by state practice acts.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients and ensure comfort throughout treatment.
• Review health history to guide quality care.
• Take and process x-rays and digital images.
• Provide chairside assistance (four-handed dentistry).
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and records.
• Prepare treatment rooms following safety protocols (OSHA & CDC).
• Manage supplies and place/expedite orders as needed.
• Collaborate with providers to optimize office workflow.

Skills

Dental experience

X-ray certification

Dentrix software

Education

Dental assisting certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Heartland Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant for Gainesville Smiles Dental Care in Gainesville, VA. You will join a collaborative team with 1+ year of dental experience and opportunities for ongoing learning.

Gainesville Smiles Dental Care emphasizes patient-first care, safety, and professional development. You will support clinicians, manage rooms, and help implement Heartland Dental systems to optimize workflows.