Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant, Windermere FL Position Overview Windermere Village Dental Care, part of the Heartland Dental network, is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant for a full‑time Mon–Tues schedule (no weekends). Candidates must have dental assistant experience and, if required by state law, x‑ray certification. Schedule & Location Mon–Tues shift; no weekend work. Location: Winter Garden Vineland Rd, Windermere, FL. Responsibilities Greet and welcome patients, sustain patient comfort, and provide 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 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 the treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and OSHA & CDC recommendations. Manage supply and inventory levels, place and expedite orders as needed. Partner with providers and team to implement Heartland Dental systems and maximize office workflow. Benefits Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO. Front‑loaded education and training to develop your full potential. Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry‑leading experience, offering a stable career with unlimited growth potential. Minimum Qualifications Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology. Experience in a fast‑paced, customer‑centric environment. Dental assistant certification and/or x‑ray certification if required. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Will have access to minimum PHI; requires regular HIPAA training and protection of PHI. Preferred Experience At least 1 year of experience in a dental setting. Experience with Dentrix or similar dental software. Dental assisting school certification. Physical Requirements Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Prolonged periods sitting and standing. Can lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times. Availability to attend virtual or in‑person training sessions periodically throughout the year. Tuberculosis (TB) test required for all new hires in dental office positions; not applicable in FL & TN. About Windermere Village Dental Care Join a 9‑person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community. Our team‑focused dental office is located on Winter Garden Vineland Rd in Windermere. Join a connected and welcoming team. About 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. Supported doctors retain full clinical autonomy and are united by a common goal of delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences to their communities. Equal Employment Opportunity 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