Dental Assistant

Tru Family Dental - Palos Hills is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. Schedule Availability Needed Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. 1 Friday a month 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. About Tru Family Dental Tru Family Dental, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Join a 7‑person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community Located at S Roberts Rd in Palos Hills Compassionate and energetic team As a 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. More About The Role Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, sustaining patient comfort and providing appropriate education throughout treatment. Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history to provide quality care. Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.). Provide superior chairside assistance (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, and place and expedite orders as needed. Partner with 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. Front‑loaded education and training, providing the opportunity to develop to your full potential. Opportunity to be part of a secure company with over 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, 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 PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions; regular HIPAA training will be required and the individual must protect PHI and maintain data safeguards. Preferred Experience 1+ year of experience in a dental setting. Experience with Dentrix or other dental software. 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 of 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. TB test is required for all new hires in dental office positions; the test will be arranged during the pre‑employment process. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Heartland Dental