Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant - Smile Today Dentistry

Monday 8:30am-6:30pm;
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm.

Are you looking for a rewarding career in a positive, patient-focused dental office? We are searching for an enthusiastic team member who is eager to learn, enjoys helping others, and thrives in a welcoming environment!

What We Offer:

• Full-time schedule
• Competitive pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• Supportive team culture
• Opportunities to learn and grow

What We're Looking For:

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong focus on patient care and customer service
• Team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment
• Someone who is dependable, friendly, and motivated

Our office takes pride in creating an atmosphere where patients feel comfortable and team members feel valued. If you're passionate about making a difference, love building relationships, and want to be part of a team that supports one another, we'd love to meet you!

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

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays,and PTO (paid time off)
• Front loaded education and training, providing youtheopportunity to develop to your full potential
• Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment
• If required under the state dental practice act, dental assistant certification and/or x-ray certification
• 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.

Preferred Experience

• 1+years of experience in a dental setting
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Dental assisting school certification

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,…