Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental; Parrish (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

PTO

Daily Pay

CE classes

Job summary

Market Walk Dental Care, part of the Heartland Dental family in Parrish, FL, is seeking a Full-Time Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA). You’ll support clinical staff, manage lab equipment, take X-rays, and help with post-operative care while enjoying a strong work-life balance with a 4-day weekend schedule.

Benefits include health, retirement plans, PTO, quarterly bonus potential, and EDDA training/CE classes. Training opportunities and patient-focused care are central to our team culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• State permit and X-ray credentials required.
• EFDA credentials preferred.
• Minimum 2 years Expanded Duties Dental Assistant experience.
• Dentrix or other dental software experience required.

Responsibilities

• Take and record medical/dental histories and patient vital signs.
• Assist the doctor in managing dental emergencies.
• Maintain and prepare lab equipment and instruments.
• Capture, process, and manage diagnostic X-rays.
• Support post-operative procedures and patient education.
• Continue education through Heartland Dental training opportunities.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

State Issued Dental Assistant Permit & X-Ray Credentials

EFDA Credentials

2 years Expanded Duties experience

Dentrix or other dental software experience

Tools

Dentrix

Microsoft Office

Job description

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant – EDDA – Dental Assistant, Parrish, FL!

Expected Full-Time Work Schedule/Hours:

• 4-Day Weekend
• Tuesday-Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm

Role Offers:

No Nights or Weekends – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance

Full Benefits Package – Including health insurance, retirement plans & PTO

Quarterly Bonus Potential – Rewarding hard work & dedication

Dental Assistant Academy Training & CE classes included – We invest in your growth!

Market Walk Dental Care, a Heartland Dental Supported Practice and a "Growing Patient-Focused Doctor Office" is looking for a Full-Time Experienced Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) to join our team.

Why join a Heartland Dental supported office?

If you are a reliable and positive individual looking for career satisfaction and continuing educational opportunities, join our team! A Heartland Dental supported office is seeking a friendly Expanded Duties Dental Assistant to support the clinical treatment care of our patients. As an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, you will play a large role in the provision of effective and trustworthy dental services. You will sustain patient comfort, soothe upset patients, listen to their needs and educate them on dental procedures. You will also manage clinical supplies, work efficiently to maintain the supported dentist’s schedule and adhere to all OSHA and company safety policies.

About Dental Care at Market Walk Dental Care:

Market Walk Dental Care, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Join an 10-person team that will thrives on collaboration, communication and community
• Office Location: 11679 Moccasin Wallow Road, Parrish, FL 34219
• Expected Full-Time Work Schedule/Hours:
  • 4-Day Weekend
  • Tuesday-Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm
  • Hours Subject to Change

Fun Facts About Market Walk Dental Care:

• We Celebrate Successes of All Sizes
• Birthdays & Work Anniversaries Matter
• Team Outings Keep Us Connected
• We Give Back to the Community

Heartland Dental was recently recognized by Newsweek for two awards: America’s Greatest Workplaces and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. These prestigious honors come after the organization was reviewed among 1.5 million large and mid‑sized companies in a nationwide study and achieved a 5-star rating for both awards.

What You’ll Gain:

• Career Stability & Growth: Join a secure company with over 25 years of industry-leading experienced an unlimited opportunities for advance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, College Savings & Retirement Savings Plans, 6 paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).
• Trainining & Development: Front-loaded education and training to help you grow and reach your full potential from day one; Heartland Dental University & CE Classes
• Flexible Pay Access: Enjoy the convenience of on-demand Daily Pay to access your earnings when you need them.
• Bonus Potential: Employee Referral & Quarterly Bonus

Benefits:

We understand that you work hard, which is why each supported location provides an excellent compensation and benefits package. Additionally, Heartland Dental’s extensive training and continuing education opportunities are unparalleled and exceed industry norms. Each supported location invests heavily in your professional and personal growth and wants to see you succeed. If your career ambitions include leadership and further advancement, our network of supported locations offer many opportunities to help you meet your goals. Heartland Dental’s network of supported locations is expected to double in size within the next five to seven years and new opportunities will be created to support that growth.

Additional benefits:

• Medical and prescription drug insurance
• Free dental services for yourself and your dependents minus labfees
• Vision care support
• Life insurance
• 401(K) retirement plan
• 6 paid holidays off
• Team-focused, uplifting and educational work culture
• Potential for 2 weeks vacation available

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) – Role Overview

As an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant at a Heartland Dental supported office, you will support the clinical team by organizing and maintaining lab equipment, taking and developing X‑rays, and providing comprehensive post‑operative care to patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take and record medical/dental histories and patient vital signs
• Assist the doctor in managing dental emergencies
• Maintain and prepare lab equipment and instruments
• Capture, process, and manage diagnostic X‑rays
• Support post‑operative procedures and patient education
• Strengthen clinical skills through continuing education and Heartland Dental training opportunities

Job Requirements – Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA)

To be successful in this role, you must bring a positive, outgoing personality, strong communication skills, excellent patient care, and solid organizational abilities.

Additional Requirements:

• Strong working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Ability to build rapport and trust with patients
• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Computer proficiency and willingness to learn new software
• Ability to travel at least once every other month for training (occasionally overnight)
• Dental assisting school certificate preferred
• Previous experience in a dental practice preferred

Required Education, Certifications & Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED
• State Issued Dental Assistant Permit & X-Ray Credentials
• EFDA Credentials
• 2 years of Expanded Duties Dental Assistant experience
• Dentrix or other dental software experience

Dental Knowledge, Software & Experience:

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Microsoft Office Suite experience

Team & Culture Fit:

• Collabroative team player who thrives in supportive, family-like environments
• Dedicated, dependable with a positive attitude and service-oriented mindset

Business & Professional Skills:

• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities
• Adaptable to changing workflows and team dynamics
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills

Compliance & Confidentiality:

• The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year

TB Test Requirement:

• As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.