Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental for you and dependents

Life and disability insurance

401(K) retirement plan

Bonus opportunities

Paid holidays

PTO after 90 days

Continuing education

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Heartland Dental in Marion, IN is seeking an EFDA - Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to support our Lifetime Smiles Dental Care office. You’ll work with advanced technology, provide patient education, review health histories, and assist dentists during a wide range of procedures using Dentrix for scheduling.

The role emphasizes four-handed dentistry, adherence to OSHA and HIPAA, and ongoing learning. Qualified candidates hold Indiana Radiology License and EFDA training, have experience with

Qualifications

• Indiana Radiology License and EFDA training is required.
• Working knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
• Experience in fast-paced, customer-centric environments.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and ensure comfort throughout treatment.
• Review patient health history for quality care.
• Take and process x-rays and diagnostics (iTero 3D scanner, photos).
• Provide four-handed chairside assistance to dentists.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms following safety protocols.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

HIPAA training

Customer-centric mindset

Education

Indiana Radiology License and EFDA training

Tools

Dentrix

iTero 3D scanner

Digital photography

Job description

EFDA - Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - Marion, IN

As an EFDA, 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 Lifetime Smiles Dental Care

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

• Four day work week: Mon-Wed 7am-4:30pm, Thurs 7am-2:30pm
• Located off South Western Ave, just south of Aldi
• Be a part of a growing, goal oriented practice with a positive environment

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 Hygiene Assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, and vision insurance
• Complimentary dental services for you and your dependents (excluding lab fees)
• Life and disability insurance coverage
• 401(K) retirement plan
• Monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities
• Six paid holidays per year and paid time off starting after 90 days
• Ongoing continuing education and unlimited growth opportunities

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 and EFDA training
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Working knowledge of dental terminology and procedures
• 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.

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