Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant $3,000 Welcome Bonus for EFDA Certification Family Dental Care - Valparaiso is looking for a Dental Assistant with EFDA Certification to join our team. Schedule Availability Needed: Monday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Every other Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. 30 minute lunches About Family Dental Care - Valparaiso Family Dental Care - Valparaiso, a Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and serves patients with high quality care. Join a 14 person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community Located on W US Hwy 30 Fast paced and motivating environment Responsibilities Support the clinical treatment care of patients Maintain and organize clinical supplies and lab equipment Take and develop X-rays, and perform post‑operative dental procedures Ensure patient comfort and education on dental procedures Adhere to OSHA and company safety policies Work efficiently to maintain the supported dentist’s schedule Qualifications EFDA certification required Positive and outgoing personality with excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills Superior working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology Ability to build rapport with patients and demonstrate good manual dexterity Computer proficiency and quick learning of new programs Ability to travel at least once every other month for training, occasionally overnight Dental assisting school certificate is a plus Previous work experience in a dental practice is a plus Benefits Medical and prescription drug insurance Free dental services for yourself and your dependents minus lab fees Vision care support Life insurance 401(k) retirement plan 6 paid holidays off Team‑focused, uplifting and educational work culture Potential for 2 weeks vacation available Additional Information Company retains the sole discretion to change the duties of the position at any time. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Heartland Dental LLC