Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental; Logansport (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Dental's Dental Plus in Logansport, IN is hiring an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) to support fast-paced, patient‑centered care. You’ll perform chairside assistance, take x-rays, manage patient flow, and help implement Heartland Dental systems.

The role welcomes new program graduates and requires Indiana Radiology License, knowledge of Dentrix, and strong communication. Join a team focused on learning, quality care, and community service.

Qualifications

• Indiana Radiology License is required.
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Experience working with dental software, such as Dentrix.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients and provide education throughout treatment.
• Review patient health history for quality care.
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostics (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography).
• Provide chairside assistance (four-handed dentistry) during procedures.
• Utilize Dentrix for scheduling and charting.
• Prepare treatment room with safety protocols (OSHA/CDC).
• Manage supply and inventory levels and place orders as needed.
• Collaborate with providers to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize workflow.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Facilitate patient flow

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant – EFDA – Dental Assistant

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 Dental Plus

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

• Four day work week, Monday - Thursday
• Located at the corner of Broadway St and 20th St, across from Sycamore Drive-In
• Work in a fast paced, positive environment with a family atmosphere

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 lab fees
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(K) retirement plan
• 6 paid holidays (after 90 days of employment), PTO starts accruing right away
• Continuing education provided and endless growth opportunities

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 clinical charting
• 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

Job Requirement - EDDA / EFDA

New Program Graduates Welcome!

Experience Needed:

• Indiana Radiology License
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working with a dental software, such as Dentrix

Skills Required:

• Excellent communication skills and patient focused mindset
• Attention to detail and strong organization skills
• Ability to facilitate patient flow throughout the office

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.

We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.