Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental; Andersonville (IN); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Free dental for dependents

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(K) retirement plan

Bonus opportunities

Paid holidays

PTO accrual

Descripción de la vacante

Heartland Dental is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) with Indiana Radiology licensure and 1+ year of chairside EFDA experience to join a fast-paced, patient-centered office in Muncie, IN. The role includes x-ray duties, four-handed chairside support, and Dentrix scheduling.

Candidates should have strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care. Heartland Dental offers comprehensive benefits and ongoing education opportunities within a large network.

Formación

• Indiana Radiology License is required.
• 1+ year of EFDA chairside experience is required.
• Dentrix or other dental software experience preferred.
• Experience in fast-paced, customer-centric environments is expected.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsabilidades

• Greet patients at the start of their dental journey and maintain patient comfort.
• Review patient health history to inform care quality.
• Take and process X-rays and diagnostic assessments (e.g., iTero 3D scanner, digital photography).
• Provide chairside assistance to dentists during a range of procedures.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping; maintain safety protocols per OSHA & CDC guidance.
• Manage supplies and inventory; place and expedite orders as needed.
• Collaborate with providers to implement Heartland Dental systems and improve office workflow.

Conocimientos

Chairside EFDA duties

Educación

Indiana Radiology License

Herramientas

Dentrix

Descripción del empleo

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - EFDA - Muncie, IN

As an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, you’ll enjoy state of the art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard-working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care to the communities they serve.

About Innovative Dental Care

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

• Monday - Thursday, 7:30am-4:00pm patient care
• Located in NW Muncie, off Tillotson Ave
• Join a positive and welcoming team in a family oriented practice

Why Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who will support the business and clinical needs of each supported dental office and foster a strong team building culture. As a Dental Assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first.

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug and vision insurance
• Free dental services for yourself and your dependents minus labfees
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(K) retirement plan
• Monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities
• 6 paid holidays annually (after 90 days of employment), PTO starts accruing right away
• Continuing education provided and endless growth opportunities

Why Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.

More about the role

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history in order to provide quality care
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
• Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
• Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
• Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed
• Partner with the providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow

Minimum Qualifications

• Indiana Radiology License
• 1+ years of experience with chairside EFDA duties
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• 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
• 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.

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non‑clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiencesto the communities they serve.

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.