Dental Assistant — Patient Care, Training & Growth

Heartland; Grimes (IA); Presencial; USD 38.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Six paid holidays

PTO

Descripción de la vacante

Trail Ridge Dental Care, part of Heartland Dental, seeks a Dental Assistant to join the team. You will greet patients, review health histories, take X-rays, and provide four-handed chairside assistance to dentists. You’ll use Dentrix for scheduling and records, and prepare rooms following OSHA/CDC guidelines.

This role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and collaboration with the Heartland Dental network. Experience in a dental setting and relevant certifications are required or preferred.

Formación

• Experience with dental procedures and terminology
• Fast-paced, customer-centric environment experience
• State-required dental assistant and/or x-ray certifications
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• HIPAA training and PHI protection awareness

Responsabilidades

• Greet patients and educate throughout treatment
• Review health history to ensure quality care
• Take and process X-rays and diagnostic tests
• Provide chairside assistance during procedures
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and records
• Prepare treatment rooms per safety protocols
• Manage supplies and place orders
• Collaborate to maximize office workflow

Conocimientos

Dental procedures

Customer service

Communication

PHI protection

Educación

Dental assistant certification

X-ray certification

Herramientas

Dentrix

X-ray equipment

Descripción del empleo

Trail Ridge Dental Care, part of Heartland Dental, seeks a Dental Assistant to join the team. You will greet patients, review health histories, take X-rays, and provide four-handed chairside assistance to dentists. You’ll use Dentrix for scheduling and records, and prepare rooms following OSHA/CDC guidelines.

This role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and collaboration with the Heartland Dental network. Experience in a dental setting and relevant certifications are required or preferred.