What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Heartland Dental?
Experienced Dental Assistant Wanted – Christie Dental of Merritt Island
Looking for a dental office where your experience is valued, your contributions make a difference, and teamwork is at the heart of everything we do? Christie Dental of Merritt Island is seeking an Experienced Dental Assistant to join our established, patient-focused team!
Our office is proud to provide exceptional care while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where team members can learn, grow, and thrive.
What We're Looking For:
- Excellent communication and patient care skills
- Strong multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Self-motivated and dependable
- Ability to anticipate the doctor's needs and support efficient clinical flow
- Previous dental assisting experience required
Full-Time Schedule:
- Monday: 7:40 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:40 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:40 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:40 AM – 5:00 PM
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive training and ongoing development
- Competitive benefits package
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to grow within a respected dental organization
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives every day
If you're an experienced dental assistant who is passionate about patient care, thrives in a team environment, and takes pride in delivering an exceptional experience, we'd love to meet you!
Apply today and take the next step in your dental career with Christie Dental of Merritt Island!
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 you the opportunity 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, 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 experiences to 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.