Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Heartland Dental LLC; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug and vision insurance

Free dental services for yourself and your dependents

Life and disability insurance

401(K) retirement plan

Bonus opportunities

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Heartland Dental LLC in Plainfield, IN is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. This role welcomes and educates patients, providing key support during dental procedures. Candidates should have a working knowledge of dental procedures. Open to new graduates, we offer a supportive team atmosphere and benefits including medical and dental coverage, 401(K), and paid time off.

The practice promotes a culture of teamwork and patient-centered care, making it an ideal environment for aspiring dental professionals.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of chairside expanded functions preferred, but open to a new program graduate.
• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Experience working with dental software.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients throughout their dental journey.
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments.
• Provide superior chairside assistance to dentists during procedures.
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment room with adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Patient focused mindset

Attention to detail

Strong organization skills

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant – EFDA – Plainfield, IN

Motivated New EFDA Graduates Welcome!

About Dental Care at Plainfield Crossing

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

• Located on East Main St, next to PNC Bank
• Four day work week, Tues - Fri
• A well established, quickly growing practice - long term stability and growth opportunities!
• Be a part of strong teamwork with an energetic team in 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 Business 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
• Monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities
• 6 paid holidays annually (after 90 days of employment), 2 weeks paid vacation (after one year of employment)
• Continuing education provided and endless growth opportunities

Why join a Heartland Dental supported office?

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

Requirements:

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• 1+ year of chairside expanded functions preferred, but open to a new program graduate
• 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.